Executive Chef – High-Volume Italian Kitchen, Miami Opening

One Haus; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance may be provided

Menu ownership and creative input

Job summary

One Haus in Miami is opening a premier Italian dining concept inspired by Capri and Positano. We seek an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations for this high‑volume opening.

You will build and lead the kitchen team, shape the menu, and drive financial performance, while mentoring staff and partnering with ownership during launch and beyond. Relocation assistance may be considered. Base salary up to $150,000 with a performance‑based bonus opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of Executive Chef experience in upscale, high-volume, or fine dining restaurants.
• Strong background in Italian cuisine required.
• Proven success leading high-volume culinary operations.
• Experience developing and managing large culinary teams.
• Strong understanding of food cost management, labor controls, purchasing, and inventory systems.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Pastry experience is a strong plus.
• New restaurant opening experience preferred.
• Hands-on leadership style with a passion for coaching and team development.
• Relocation assistance may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations across lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch service
• Develop and execute menus rooted in authentic Italian cuisine with elevated presentation
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop BOH leadership and culinary teams
• Maintain consistency, quality, and execution standards across all menu offerings
• Manage food costs, labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and overall kitchen financial performance
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and food handling standards
• Collaborate closely with front‑of‑house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Support all pre‑opening initiatives including hiring, training, kitchen setup, and operational systems implementation
• Maintain a visible and active presence in the kitchen during service
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality

Skills

Executive leadership

Italian cuisine

High-volume ops

Team development

Food cost control

Menu development

Job description

One Haus in Miami is opening a premier Italian dining concept inspired by Capri and Positano. We seek an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations for this high‑volume opening.

You will build and lead the kitchen team, shape the menu, and drive financial performance, while mentoring staff and partnering with ownership during launch and beyond. Relocation assistance may be considered. Base salary up to $150,000 with a performance‑based bonus opportunity.