Executive Chef: Hands-On Leader in Fine Dining

Fine Dining Restaurant Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fine Dining Restaurant Group is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead a hands‑on kitchen, crafting refined menus and mentoring the culinary team. You will uphold quality, consistency, and presentation across all dishes, while managing costs, sanitation, and inventory in a premier setting.

The role emphasizes professionalism, seasonality, and a shared culinary vision with ownership. Compensation starts at $100,000+ and offers a chance to steward a respected fine‑dining program.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine in upscale or fine‑dining.
• Passion for food and hospitality with respect for ingredients and technique.
• Hands‑on culinary skills and polished leadership.
• Ability to inspire excellence through mentorship.
• Operational knowledge including kitchen systems and financial stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on leadership in the kitchen, guiding the culinary team.
• Ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation across offerings.
• Develop and execute menus reflecting refined technique and thoughtful sourcing.
• Mentor and develop kitchen talent, fostering respect, collaboration, and passion.
• Maintain sanitation, organization, and food safety standards.
• Oversee food costs, inventory, and purchasing while preserving quality.
• Collaborate with ownership to evolve the restaurant’s culinary vision.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Mentorship

Sanitation & safety

Operational knowledge

Job description

Fine Dining Restaurant Group is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead a hands‑on kitchen, crafting refined menus and mentoring the culinary team. You will uphold quality, consistency, and presentation across all dishes, while managing costs, sanitation, and inventory in a premier setting.

The role emphasizes professionalism, seasonality, and a shared culinary vision with ownership. Compensation starts at $100,000+ and offers a chance to steward a respected fine‑dining program.