Executive Chef – High-Volume, P&L Ownership, Bonus

Clyde's Restaurant Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde's Restaurant Group in Washington, DC seeks an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen with P&L ownership. You will develop menus, mentor a diverse culinary team, and ensure exceptional quality and guest satisfaction while upholding safety and operational standards.

Ideal candidates have proven success managing multi‑million dollar revenue, implementing cost-control systems, and driving inventory accountability in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Qualifications

• P&L ownership and cost-control experience in a large-scale kitchen.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities in a high-volume environment.
• Menu design and culinary innovation with a focus on guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume kitchen with P&L ownership.
• Develop and update menus to reflect concept and seasonality.
• Coach and mentor a diverse culinary team.
• Maintain safety, quality, and operational standards across all stations.

Skills

P&L ownership

Menu development

Team leadership

Cost control

Job description

Clyde's Restaurant Group is seeking an Executive Chef in the Washington, DC area to lead a high-volume kitchen with P&L ownership. Ideal candidates will have proven success managing $8M+ in revenue and implementing systems for cost control and inventory.

You will coach a diverse team, develop menus, and ensure exceptional quality and guest satisfaction while upholding safety and operational standards.