Executive Chef & Culinary Innovator

BHC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Club in Charleston, SC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary and financial performance for the restaurant. You will oversee menu development, supplier negotiations, and talent growth while upholding The Club’s standards.

As a strategic partner to ownership and leadership, you will drive profitability without compromising quality, safety, and guest experience in a Michelin-level environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage full P&L responsibility in a fine dining or upscale restaurant.
• Deep expertise in menu development, seasonal cooking, and culinary innovation.
• Strong leadership with ability to develop and retain culinary talent.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in recipe documentation platforms; familiarity with Opsi preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, POS systems, and inventory tools.
• Ability to read, analyze, and act on financial reports, budgets, and P&L statements.
• 7–10 years of progressive culinary experience; 3+ years in exec chef role.
• Experience in Michelin Forbes or equivalent fine dining preferred.
• Culinary degree preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full financial accountability for the restaurant’s operations.
• Create and execute seasonal menus and culinary programming.
• Recruit, coach, and promote culinary talent across BOH.
• Uphold operational excellence, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Develop purchasing strategy and manage vendor relations.
• Protect brand integrity and guest experience across all services.
• Collaborate with GM and leadership on strategic growth.
• Lead interdepartmental communication and cultural development.
• Partner with HR to ensure onboarding and training standards.
• Oversee asset management, inventory, and cost controls.

Skills

P&L ownership

Leadership presence

Menu development

Culinary innovation

Communication

Recipe documentation

Inventory management

Financial analysis

Staff development

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Opsi platform

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Inventory management tools

Job description

The Club in Charleston, SC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary and financial performance for the restaurant. You will oversee menu development, supplier negotiations, and talent growth while upholding The Club’s standards.

As a strategic partner to ownership and leadership, you will drive profitability without compromising quality, safety, and guest experience in a Michelin-level environment.