Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Drive Profit

Darden Restaurants Inc.; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 64

Generous paid time off

Training and leadership development

Dining discounts

Job summary

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Greensboro, NC seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and uphold top-tier food quality and safety. You will manage daily kitchen operations, overseeing events, training, and scheduling to deliver guest satisfaction, profitability, and a compliant, productive work environment.

The role requires strong leadership, expert food preparation, and a commitment to developing hourly team members within a premium dining brand.

Qualifications

• Formal business education or restaurant management degree preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership of culinary teams.
• Strong guest service mentality.
• Experience with food safety and sanitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Proactively recruit and train BOH personnel and provide ongoing development.
• Oversee kitchen operations, scheduling, and staff productivity.
• Monitor food costs, inventory, and PAR levels for profitability.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Support events, catering, and high-volume service with excellence.
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain a positive work environment.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Time management

Mentorship

Organizational skills

Education

Restaurant management degree

Job description

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Greensboro, NC seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and uphold top-tier food quality and safety. You will manage daily kitchen operations, overseeing events, training, and scheduling to deliver guest satisfaction, profitability, and a compliant, productive work environment.

The role requires strong leadership, expert food preparation, and a commitment to developing hourly team members within a premium dining brand.