Executive Chef & Kitchen Leader - High-Volume Dining

Hirebridge; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage options

401(k) matching

Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary short term and long term Dis

Generous PTO, including paid parental/

Associate discounts (FREE mini golf!)

Pet Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

Job summary

Puttshack USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume scratch kitchen. You will drive menu execution, ensure guest satisfaction, and manage kitchen teams with a focus on quality, safety, and profitability.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will recruit, train and develop staff, optimize food costs and inventory, and collaborate across the venue to deliver exceptional dining and hospitality experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a culinary manager in a full‑service restaurant.
• Experience in high‑volume food & beverage, hospitality or social entertainment venues.
• Strong leadership and cost control skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchen.
• Direct menu execution, food quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Lead kitchen staff recruitment, onboarding and training.
• Manage food cost, inventory, labor, and budgeting goals.
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house to ensure seamless service.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Financial acumen

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Puttshack USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume scratch kitchen. You will drive menu execution, ensure guest satisfaction, and manage kitchen teams with a focus on quality, safety, and profitability.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will recruit, train and develop staff, optimize food costs and inventory, and collaborate across the venue to deliver exceptional dining and hospitality experiences.