Executive Chef | Lead a Growing Italian Kitchen Team

Ontario Trillium Foundation

Reading (MA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

401(k)

Two weeks Paid time off

One week of Sick time

Health insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Toscana Forno is seeking an Executive Chef to be the culinary heartbeat of the brand, overseeing all kitchen operations and ensuring every dish reflects quality and soul. You will build and lead a team, drive menu development, and maintain rigorous standards across service levels.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with autonomy to shape the kitchen and drive aggressive expansion plans within ALV Hospitality.

Qualifications

5+ years as Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a high-volume, scratch kitchen.
Expertise in Italian cuisine— pizza, pasta, elevated classics.
Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
Hands-on, positive attitude to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee all kitchen operations and ensure consistency across dishes.
Train, lead, mentor, and develop kitchen staff into high-performing teams.
Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls.
Collaborate with Regional Culinary Director on menu innovation and seasonal specials.
Uphold Toscana’s standards for quality, presentation, and service.
Enforce cleanliness, safety, and compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Head Chef

Executive Sous Chef

Italian cuisine

Team leadership

High-volume kitchen

Job description

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with autonomy to shape the kitchen and drive aggressive expansion plans within ALV Hospitality.

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