Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team Growth

Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability &

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Career advancement

Dining allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano in Omaha, NE seeks an Executive Chef. Lead a high-volume kitchen, drive culinary excellence, and manage daily operations, training staff, and maintaining standards. This role requires strong leadership, a focus on guest experience, and flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

Competitive compensation: $65,000-$80,000 base, plus a bonus program, and comprehensive benefits. Travel for management training is required 35–45 days per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Advanced culinary skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional culinary experiences for guests.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and staff.
• Interview & hire kitchen staff; train and uphold standards.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation and workplace safety.
• Schedule and direct kitchen facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Control costs, monitor inventory, and procure supplies.

Skills

Executive Chef experience

Food Safety Cert

Advanced culinary skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Vendor relationships

Time management

Team leadership

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Stamina for long shifts

Job description

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano in Omaha, NE seeks an Executive Chef. Lead a high-volume kitchen, drive culinary excellence, and manage daily operations, training staff, and maintaining standards. This role requires strong leadership, a focus on guest experience, and flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

Competitive compensation: $65,000-$80,000 base, plus a bonus program, and comprehensive benefits. Travel for management training is required 35–45 days per year.