Executive Chef – Fine Dining, Seasonal Menus, Leadership

Fine Dining Restaurant Group; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Fine Dining Restaurant Group in Suwanee, GA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at a premier steakhouse. You will craft seasonal, upscale menus, mentor staff, and uphold flawless plating and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as an Executive Chef in fine dining, a culinary degree or equivalent, strong leadership, and solid food-cost control and health-safety credentials. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in fine dining
• Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred
• Proven ability to develop creative upscale menus with a refined palate
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a full kitchen brigade
• Solid understanding of food cost management and inventory control
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credential required
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute fine dining menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and trends
• Lead, mentor, and manage all kitchen staff including sous chefs and line cooks
• Oversee food quality, plating standards, and consistency across dishes
• Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to meet budget
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health codes
• Collaborate with front-of-house management to deliver an elevated guest experience
• Conduct regular staff training, performance reviews, and kitchen development

Skills

Menu development

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Food safety

Plating

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Fine Dining Restaurant Group in Suwanee, GA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at a premier steakhouse. You will craft seasonal, upscale menus, mentor staff, and uphold flawless plating and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as an Executive Chef in fine dining, a culinary degree or equivalent, strong leadership, and solid food-cost control and health-safety credentials. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.