Executive Chef - High-Volume Kitchen Leader Menu Innovator

PRIMEBRIDGE WORKFORCE LLC; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeBridge Workforce is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a high-volume environment in Allentown, PA. You will direct kitchen teams, oversee menu development, purchasing, food quality, sanitation, and safety, while partnering with clients to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in management, strong leadership, menu planning skills, ServSafe certification, and HACCP knowledge.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of management experience.
• 1–3 years of related kitchen experience.
• ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop culinary teams to drive performance.
• Standardize kitchen processes and improve operations.
• Create menus aligned with client preferences and trends.
• Manage purchasing to balance quality and cost.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, sanitation, and safety.
• Partner with clients and internal teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Drive continuous improvement across culinary operations.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Operations management

Team coaching

Job description

PrimeBridge Workforce is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a high-volume environment in Allentown, PA. You will direct kitchen teams, oversee menu development, purchasing, food quality, sanitation, and safety, while partnering with clients to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in management, strong leadership, menu planning skills, ServSafe certification, and HACCP knowledge.