Executive Chef — Hands-On Leader, Italian Steakhouse

Nbutexas; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking an executive chef for a chef-driven Italian steakhouse in Fayetteville to lead the culinary program and guide menu development while overseeing daily kitchen operations.

This hands-on role requires collaboration with ownership, strong leadership, and a focus on food quality, cost control, and guest experience. Availability for evenings and weekends is essential, with a preference for Italian cuisine and wood-fired cooking.

Qualifications

• Experience as Executive Chef or senior culinary leader.
• Experience in upscale, chef-driven steakhouse environments.
• Ability to manage food cost, labor, and budgets.
• Strong leadership and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day culinary operations and uphold standards.
• Develop seasonal menus and collaborate with ownership.
• Recruit, train, and develop sous chefs and staff.
• Manage costs, purchasing, and inventory.
• Partner with FOH to ensure guest experience.
• Oversee private dining and catering events.
• Complete scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and reporting.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation compliance.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Food cost management

Kitchen operations

Hiring and training

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Vendor relationships

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Nbutexas is seeking an executive chef for a chef-driven Italian steakhouse in Fayetteville to lead the culinary program and guide menu development while overseeing daily kitchen operations.

This hands-on role requires collaboration with ownership, strong leadership, and a focus on food quality, cost control, and guest experience. Availability for evenings and weekends is essential, with a preference for Italian cuisine and wood-fired cooking.