Executive Chef — High-Energy, High-Volume Kitchen Leader

Puttery; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Puttery in Kansas City is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations. You’ll supervise all culinary staff, manage budgets, oversee food preparation, and ensure top-tier guest service in a fast-paced venue environment.

As a senior member of the management team, you’ll drive company culture, mentor staff, and coordinate with vendors to deliver exceptional dining experiences at each location. Evening and weekend shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of management experience in a high-volume leisure or hospitality concept.
• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Science or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to lead kitchen staff and manage costs, inventory, and budgeting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety and sanitation regulations.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations and ensure high standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to kitchen staff and team members.
• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
• Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs; manage budgets.
• Supervise culinary team activities and performance.
• Drive and maintain company culture across the venue.
• Recruit, hire and manage culinary team; resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with nutrition and sanitation regulations.
• Perform administrative duties including payroll and inventory.
• Promote training and growth initiatives; build vendor relationships.
• Foster professional relationships across departments and leadership.
• Maintain a climate of respect for all team members.
• Oversee all culinary staff including Sous Chef and cooks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by General Manager.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Inventory management

Budgeting food costs

Staff recruitment and leadership

Leadership and mentorship

sanitation compliance

Time management

Problem-solving

High-volume operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Science or relevant field

4-Year Bachelor's degree in Culinary Science, or relevant field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Puttery in Kansas City is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations. You’ll supervise all culinary staff, manage budgets, oversee food preparation, and ensure top-tier guest service in a fast-paced venue environment.

As a senior member of the management team, you’ll drive company culture, mentor staff, and coordinate with vendors to deliver exceptional dining experiences at each location. Evening and weekend shifts are required.