Executive Chef - High-Volume Kitchen Leader

johchefsales

Omaha (NE)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package
Paid vacation
Growth opportunities
High-volume kitchen experience

Job summary

Johchefsales.com in Omaha, Nebraska, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen, oversee all BOH operations, and uphold top culinary standards across venues.

You will mentor teams, champion professionalism, and drive consistent execution with a calm, hands-on leadership style. Competitive base salary plus bonus, full benefits, and paid vacation are offered.

Qualifications

  • 1+ year of leadership experience in a fast-paced, full-service kitchen.
  • A team-first mindset with high standards for execution and consistency.
  • Strong communication, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
  • Level-headed presence and sharp problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all BOH operations from inventory to expo.
  • Lead by example in professionalism, urgency, and culinary standards.
  • Cross-train team members and uphold cleanliness and safety.
  • Deliver clear feedback, delegate effectively, and follow through.
  • Maintain calm during high-pressure shifts and events.

Skills

Leadership
Team building
Communication
Problem solving

Job description

Executive Chef
We’re looking for a polished, passionate Executive Chef to join our growing restaurant group as we expand into new markets. If you’re a dynamic kitchen leader who thrives in high-volume environments and loves building teams from the ground up, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Oversee all BOH operations with excellence — from inventory to expo
  • Lead by example in professionalism, urgency, and culinary standards
  • Cross-train team members and uphold cleanliness and safety across BOH and FOH
  • Deliver clear feedback, delegate effectively, and follow through
  • Bring calm and control to high-pressure shifts, especially during event-driven volume

What You’ll Bring:

  • 1+ year of leadership experience in a fast-paced, full-service kitchen
  • A team-first mindset and high standards for execution and consistency
  • Strong communication, integrity, and emotional intelligence
  • A level-headed presence and sharp problem-solving skills

What You’ll Get:

  • Competitive base salary + bonus structure
  • Full benefits package including paid vacation
  • Unlimited growth potential as we scale
  • A fun, fast-paced culture where your leadership matters and your voice is heard

Ready to build something incredible with us? Let’s talk.

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