Executive Chef | Lead a High-Volume Italian Kitchen

Maggiano's, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance and Disability coverage

Career growth opportunities

Education assistance programs

Dining discounts and perks

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Maggiano's, Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef in Richmond, VA, to lead back-of-house operations, uphold Maggiano's culinary standards, and drive kitchen performance. You will own food costs, quality, and team development in a high-volume, full-service setting.

The role demands passion, precision, and a track record of managing a kitchen team to deliver consistently excellent Italian-American cuisine while maintaining top sanitation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Mastery of Italian-American cuisine and classic culinary techniques.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and hold a kitchen team accountable.
• Strong command of food cost controls and kitchen financial management.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead all back-of-house operations, including food quality, production, and presentation.
• Recruit, train, and develop sous chefs, line cooks, and prep cooks into a high-performing team.
• Own food cost management through proper ordering, inventory control, and waste reduction.
• Ensure every dish meets Maggiano's standards for consistency, taste, and presentation.
• Maintain sanitation, food safety, and health regulations.
• Execute Maggiano's recipes with precision, ensuring consistency across all menu items.
• Partner with the General Manager to drive overall restaurant performance.
• Build a positive kitchen culture rooted in respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

5+ years of chef experience

Italian-American cuisine

food cost controls

team development

leadership

evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Maggiano's, Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef in Richmond, VA, to lead back-of-house operations, uphold Maggiano's culinary standards, and drive kitchen performance. You will own food costs, quality, and team development in a high-volume, full-service setting.

The role demands passion, precision, and a track record of managing a kitchen team to deliver consistently excellent Italian-American cuisine while maintaining top sanitation and safety standards.