Executive Chef/Culinary Manager

Workstream; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Training & Career Development

Meal Discount Program

Paid Business Expenses

Incentives & Bonuses

Job summary

Stonewood Grill and Tavern is seeking an Exec Chef/Culinary Manager to lead daily kitchen operations at our Jacksonville location. You will drive guest and team member satisfaction, oversee hourly staff, and manage administrative and leadership duties to ensure a smooth operation.

You will contribute to menu innovation, uphold standards of hospitality, and lead a team focused on development, inventory control, and safety. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing kitchen teams
• Strong people-handling and coaching ability
• Understanding of payroll and scheduling processes
• High standards for hospitality and guest experience
• Financial acumen for restaurant operations

Responsibilities

• Uphold standards of excellence and hospitality
• Lead your team and ensure daily operations run smoothly
• Manage daily checklist and administrative tasks
• Handle payroll and scheduling
• Focus on team development and training
• Oversee inventory, quality and safety controls
• Manage the facility and equipment
• Drive culinary excellence and menu development

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Payroll & scheduling

Job description

Job Responsibilities

As an Exec Chef/Culinary Manager you will be responsible for helping to lead and drive the daily operations of your Stonewood location. You will manage the kitchen to ensure a positive guest and team member experience. You will oversee all hourly team members and will be responsible for all administrative and leadership functions to ensure a smooth operation. You will also contribute to menu innovation and item development.

Other responsibilities of the Exec Chef/Culinary Manager role include:

• Upholding our standards of excellence and hospitality
• Leading your team
• Managing all functions on our daily checklist
• Handling payroll and scheduling
• Focusing attention on team development
• Overseeing inventory, quality and safety
• Managing the facility
• Leading and developing Culinary Excellence

Job Requirements

In the Exec Chef/Culinary Manager role, you must be self-motivated, positive, and possess a passion for fostering a great sense of teamwork. We are seeking experienced professionals with a talent for leading and inspiring others. You must exhibit uncommonly high standards and be committed to the training and development of our team members.

Other requirements of the Exec Chef/Culinary Manager role include:

• Food handler certification, strongly preferred
• Ability to learn and train others on all aspects of the Stonewood operations
• Ability to drive hospitality and inspire others to do soMust exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence at every level
• Understanding of financial aspects of business operations

Benefits

As an Exec Chef/Culinary Manager, you will enjoy a competitive salary plus performance bonuses and strong career growth opportunities.

Other benefits you will enjoy in the Manager role include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Ongoing Online and Hands-on Training
• Professional Career Development
• Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit
• Meal Discount Program
• Paid Business Expenses
• Outstanding Reward Incentives

Stonewood Grill and Tavern is a chef driven scratch kitchen featuring hand cut steaks, locally sourced fresh produce and seafood, signature cocktails and the best ingredient... our team, committed to providing blow away experiences!
Proudly born and raised Florida Restaurant Group.