Executive Chef - Italian Kitchen Leader & Team Builder

Bravo Brio Restaurants; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bravo Brio Restaurants in Centerville, OH seeks an Executive Chef to lead the BOH team, uphold uncompromising Italian food quality, and drive operational efficiency and EBITDA.

You will hire, train, and develop culinary staff; oversee safety, sanitation, inventory, and production, and ensure consistent execution of recipes and procedures across shifts.

Join a high-energy kitchen that values teamwork, cost control, and guest satisfaction while maintaining a safe and inviting work environment.

Qualifications

• Executive Chef experience in restaurant/food service.
• Strong team management and leadership abilities.
• Extensive knowledge of food preparation, techniques, and presentation.
• Inventory control and cost-management skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead BOH operations to ensure high-quality Italian food.
• Hire, train, and develop culinary staff; manage performance.
• Oversee safety, sanitation, inventory, and line checks.
• Ensure recipes and procedures are followed; monitor costs.
• Drive EBITDA through efficient labor and waste control.
• Foster a professional, fun, and high-performing kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food quality

Operational efficiency

Communication

Safety and sanitation

Training and development

Cost control

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

NBO system

Job description

Bravo Brio Restaurants in Centerville, OH seeks an Executive Chef to lead the BOH team, uphold uncompromising Italian food quality, and drive operational efficiency and EBITDA.

You will hire, train, and develop culinary staff; oversee safety, sanitation, inventory, and production, and ensure consistent execution of recipes and procedures across shifts.

Join a high-energy kitchen that values teamwork, cost control, and guest satisfaction while maintaining a safe and inviting work environment.