Executive Chef: High-Volume Kitchen Leader & Cost Control

Talently; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently in Concord, NH seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, oversee culinary execution, and drive overall financial performance. This hands-on culinary leader will shape menus, maintain quality, and uphold safety standards while guiding a high-performing team.

You will manage labor and food costs, develop talent, and ensure consistent, efficient kitchen operations that deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Experience leading daily kitchen operations and teams.
• Strong ability to manage food and labor costs within budgets.
• Proven track record in menu planning, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and consistency.
• Manage food and labor costs while adhering to budgets and targets.
• Develop employee schedules to cover all stations and shifts.
• Oversee inventory management, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Conduct regular quality checks, line inspections, and inventory counts.
• Maintain accurate recipes, prep sheets, and production plans.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop kitchen staff with clear expectations.
• Perform performance reviews, station evaluations, and cross-training.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen Operations

Financial & Cost Management

Team Development

Job description

Talently in Concord, NH seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, oversee culinary execution, and drive overall financial performance. This hands-on culinary leader will shape menus, maintain quality, and uphold safety standards while guiding a high-performing team.

You will manage labor and food costs, develop talent, and ensure consistent, efficient kitchen operations that deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests.