Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Excellence & Team Growth

Harri; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Monthly bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Dining discounts

Job summary

The One Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen and deliver exceptional guest experiences at our globally renowned dining brand. You will balance hands-on cooking with strategic leadership, cost management, and menu development to maintain top-quality standards.

This role requires a proven culinary leader who can mentor teams, drive performance, and collaborate with events and marketing to create seasonal offerings. A passion for hospitality and excellence is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years leadership in high-volume dining.
• Ability to lead and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Expertise in kitchen operations, food cost management, and financial accountability.
• Strong culinary creativity and menu development skills.
• Hands-on approach, with the ability to work on the line.
• SERV Safe certification and comprehensive food safety knowledge.
• Experience with restaurant POS and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring high-quality food production, consistency, and presentation.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring culture of excellence.
• Manage food costs, payroll, and inventory, ensuring profitability.
• Collaborate with events/marketing for seasonal menu updates.

Skills

Leadership experience

Culinary leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Hands-on cooking

SERV Safe

POS & inventory systems

Tools

POS systems

Inventory systems

Job description

The One Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen and deliver exceptional guest experiences at our globally renowned dining brand. You will balance hands-on cooking with strategic leadership, cost management, and menu development to maintain top-quality standards.

This role requires a proven culinary leader who can mentor teams, drive performance, and collaborate with events and marketing to create seasonal offerings. A passion for hospitality and excellence is essential.