Executive Chef: Culinary Leadership & Guest Experience

MARCUS SAMUELSSON RESTAURANT GROUP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MARCUS SAMUELSSON RESTAURANT GROUP is seeking an Executive Chef in Atlanta, GA who will drive menu planning, financial stewardship, and a superior guest experience. This hands-on leader will mentor the kitchen team, oversee day-to-day operations, and coordinate with front-of-house and GM for strategic growth.

The role requires a proven executive chef background, strong budgeting and culinary excellence, and the ability to manage labor costs while maintaining the highest standards of food safety

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar executive role.
• Experience in planning and budgeting.
• Acute financial management skills.
• Knowledge of business processes (finance, budgeting, food cost, procurement).
• Experience managing payroll and schedules.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience with restaurant openings, hiring, training, and maintaining operational excellence.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Leads the delivery of an unforgettable culinary experience for guests.
• Provides leadership, development and motivation to the team to ensure guest experience is paramount.
• Direct supervision of kitchen employees and inspection of operational flow.
• Designs strategy with the General Manager and oversees financial/operational plans.
• Responsible for cost control and maximizing revenue.
• Oversees hiring, onboarding and training of kitchen staff.
• Develops and maintains food quality control, inventory, labor and cost monitoring.
• Ensures compliance with health standards and sanitation in all kitchen areas.
• Oversees maintenance of kitchen equipment and asset care.
• Prepares regular reports for upper management.
• Fosters a positive, productive working environment across BOH and FOH.

Skills

Leadership

Executive Chef experience

Budgeting

Financial management

Analytical ability

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS

Job description

MARCUS SAMUELSSON RESTAURANT GROUP is seeking an Executive Chef in Atlanta, GA who will drive menu planning, financial stewardship, and a superior guest experience. This hands-on leader will mentor the kitchen team, oversee day-to-day operations, and coordinate with front-of-house and GM for strategic growth.

The role requires a proven executive chef background, strong budgeting and culinary excellence, and the ability to manage labor costs while maintaining the highest standards of food safety