Executive Chef: Fine-Dining Leader & Menu Innovator

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc; Lake Park (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career advancement

Employee discounts on meals

Job summary

SeaHawk Prime in Florida is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the back-of-house in a high-volume fine dining setting. You will drive culinary excellence, elevate guest experience, and mentor a diverse kitchen team through refined techniques and strong operational discipline.

You will craft seasonally inspired menus, manage food costs and purchasing, and partner with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service. The role demands organization, calm under pressure, and a passion for quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive culinary leadership, with at least 3 years as Executive Chef in a high-volume fine dining environment.
• Proven track record of team development, menu innovation, and operational excellence.
• Extensive knowledge of classic and contemporary culinary techniques, kitchen systems, and ingredient sourcing.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations with precision and elevated guest experience.
• Develop refined, seasonal menus aligned with brand and clientele.
• Mentor kitchen staff including Sous Chefs, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Stewards.
• Oversee high-volume service without compromising quality.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and cleanliness per regulations.
• Manage food cost, inventory, labor, and purchasing to meet budgets.
• Develop training programs to raise technical skill and service standards.
• Conduct line checks and tastings to ensure alignment with culinary vision.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership to ensure seamless guest experience.
• Maintain vendor relationships and source premium ingredients.
• Lead by example during peak service and events.
• Collaborate on marketing and events.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Team mentoring

Food cost control

Operational excellence

Vendor management

Plating & presentation

Communication

Under pressure

Education

Culinary degree

High school diploma

Tools

Inventory software

Scheduling systems

Job description

SeaHawk Prime in Florida is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the back-of-house in a high-volume fine dining setting. You will drive culinary excellence, elevate guest experience, and mentor a diverse kitchen team through refined techniques and strong operational discipline.

You will craft seasonally inspired menus, manage food costs and purchasing, and partner with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service. The role demands organization, calm under pressure, and a passion for quality.