Executive Chef: High-Volume Dining Leadership & Menu

Confidential Recruiting Partners; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Savings Program

Continuing Education Programs

Career advancement and professional de

Job summary

Confidential Recruiting Partners partners with a high-volume dining operation to recruit an Executive Chef who will lead culinary operations, menu development, food quality, safety compliance, purchasing, and team development. The role requires strong culinary expertise and proven leadership to deliver an outstanding dining experience.

The successful candidate will drive cost controls, staff mentorship, and continuous improvement across all service periods.

Qualifications

• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification preferred.
• Experience leading culinary teams in high-volume operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage inventory, purchasing, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily culinary and kitchen operations.
• Develop creative, high-quality menus aligned with customer preferences.
• Monitor food quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and food cost controls.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Menu development

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Education

Culinary degree (AA/BA)

Job description

Confidential Recruiting Partners partners with a high-volume dining operation to recruit an Executive Chef who will lead culinary operations, menu development, food quality, safety compliance, purchasing, and team development. The role requires strong culinary expertise and proven leadership to deliver an outstanding dining experience.

The successful candidate will drive cost controls, staff mentorship, and continuous improvement across all service periods.