Executive Chef – Launch & Lead Modern Mexican Kitchen

Joe's On Newbury; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Pathways for advancement

Job summary

Tavistock Restaurant Collection is looking for a visionary Executive Chef for Canonita Lake Nona, located in Orlando, Florida. In this role, you will lead culinary direction, menu development, and kitchen management for a flagship restaurant. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Mexican cuisine and a strong track record of managing high-volume operations.

You will ensure operational excellence, from recruitment and training to ensuring food quality and financial performance. Competitive salary and benefits, plus clear pathways for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• 5M+ annual revenue operations management.
• Experience in high-volume, full-service environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all back-of-house operations for Canonita Lake Nona.
• Direct day-to-day BOH operations while ensuring food quality.
• Own culinary and financial performance metrics.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Recipe development

Financial management

Team building

Menu innovation

Effective communication

Education

7+ years of culinary leadership experience

Executive Chef experience preferred

Job description

Tavistock Restaurant Collection is looking for a visionary Executive Chef for Canonita Lake Nona, located in Orlando, Florida. In this role, you will lead culinary direction, menu development, and kitchen management for a flagship restaurant. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Mexican cuisine and a strong track record of managing high-volume operations.

You will ensure operational excellence, from recruitment and training to ensuring food quality and financial performance. Competitive salary and benefits, plus clear pathways for growth within the company.