Executive Chef: Lead Creative, High-Impact Kitchen

Three Oaks Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with company match

Employee Discount

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Free Parking

Job summary

Three Oaks Hospitality's 1983 concept in Tampa seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead a high-energy kitchen focused on elevated comfort food and community. You will train and mentor a strong team, develop menus, and ensure consistent, quality service across late nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will manage inventory, control costs, maintain health and safety standards, and foster relationships with local suppliers to keep ingredients fresh and prices competitive.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as Head Chef or similar.
• Valid Food Manager Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Develop a compelling culinary vision and menus.
• Lead, mentor and train a team of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Oversee all kitchen operations including food prep, cooking, plating and quality control.
• Train and coach staff on new recipes, techniques and equipment.
• Manage inventory, costs and supplier relationships.
• Ensure health, safety and SOP compliance.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to align goals and procedures.

Skills

Kitchen management

Problem solving

Delegation

Communication & leadership

Cooking trends

Restaurant software (POS)

Education

BS in Culinary science

3+ years Head Chef experience

Food Manager Certificate

Job description

Three Oaks Hospitality's 1983 concept in Tampa seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead a high-energy kitchen focused on elevated comfort food and community. You will train and mentor a strong team, develop menus, and ensure consistent, quality service across late nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will manage inventory, control costs, maintain health and safety standards, and foster relationships with local suppliers to keep ingredients fresh and prices competitive.