Executive Chef - Greater Boston

Legal Sea Foods; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Manager training program

Career growth

Wellness programs

Job summary

Legal Sea Foods is seeking an Executive Chef - Lead to oversee the Boston kitchen, maintaining top-tier seafood quality and a high-volume service mindset. You will drive culinary standards, mentor chefs, and partner with FOH to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

This role demands strong leadership, financial acumen, and dedication to safety and sanitation. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered in a fast-paced, brand-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role.
• Passion for seafood and high-quality, seasonal ingredients.
• Strong leadership, team development, and performance management skills.
• Operational and financial acumen, including cost control and labor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all back of house operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and execution.
• Build, develop, and inspire a strong culinary team through hands‑on leadership and coaching.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, and cost controls to meet financial goals.
• Partner with front of house leadership to deliver a seamless and exceptional guest experience.
• Drive accountability, performance, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Labor management

Food safety

High-volume kitchen

Seafood focus

Job description

Job Details

• Title: Executive Chef - Lead
• Location: LSF Quality Control Center LLC - Boston, MA 02210
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: Not Specified
• Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary/year
• Job Shift: Any
• Job Category: Management

At Legal Sea Foods, our commitment to quality starts in the kitchen. We take pride in serving fresh, sustainably sourced seafood and delivering an elevated dining experience rooted in New England tradition and innovation.

Why This Role is Exciting

This is more than an Executive Chef role, it’s an opportunity to lead a kitchen, shape culinary standards, and influence the overall guest experience. You’ll have the autonomy to drive excellence, mentor future leaders, and play a key role in the success of a high-volume, brand-driven restaurant.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all back of house operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and execution
• Build, develop, and inspire a strong culinary team through hands‑on leadership and coaching
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, and cost controls to meet financial goals
• Partner with front of house leadership to deliver a seamless and exceptional guest experience
• Drive accountability, performance, and a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role
• A passion for seafood and high-quality, seasonal ingredients
• Strong leadership, team development, and performance management skills
• Operational and financial acumen, including cost control and labor management
• Ability to lead effectively in a high-volume, fast‑paced environment
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and health savings options
• 401(k) with company match opportunities
• Paid time off designed to support rest, recharge, and work‑life balance
• Structured manager training program with hands‑on development from day one, supported by ongoing learning through in‑person sessions, virtual training, language support, and leadership podcasts
• Career growth with defined paths to advancement, with more than half of our managers promoted from within the company
• Ownership of your team, including hiring, development, and performance
• Wellness programs that support your well‑being, with fitness and healthcare incentives that reward participation
• A culture built on accountability, teamwork, and high standards, where leaders are expected to develop people and deliver results

Legal Sea Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.