Executive Chef – Lead 3-Concept Kitchens & Teams

SRG Hospitality; White Lake (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Supportive culture

Brand building across concepts

Job summary

Suser Restaurant Group in Oakland County seeks an Executive Chef to lead three concepts—Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall. You will shape the culinary vision, drive excellence, and own the kitchen operations across all locations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, creative leader with strong business sense, proven menu development, and the ability to mentor a large team while delivering outstanding dining experiences for every guest.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Strong business acumen and passion for developing people.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide culinary vision and leadership across Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall.
• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop the entire back of house team — including Sous Chefs, Kitchen Managers, Line Cooks, and Prep Cooks.
• Design, develop, and execute seasonal menus and daily specials reflecting current trends and guest expectations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all kitchens.
• Conduct regular line checks, taste tests, and kitchen walkthroughs to ensure standards before guests.
• Oversee food and labor cost management, including ordering, inventory, and vendor relations.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

People development

Food cost management

Sanitation standards

Vendor relations

Job description

Suser Restaurant Group in Oakland County seeks an Executive Chef to lead three concepts—Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall. You will shape the culinary vision, drive excellence, and own the kitchen operations across all locations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, creative leader with strong business sense, proven menu development, and the ability to mentor a large team while delivering outstanding dining experiences for every guest.