Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Memorable Experiences

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Hills Park (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a guest-focused culinary team, emphasizing autonomy, mastery, and purpose. You will design and cost menus, manage budgets, and ensure exceptional service that aligns with our mission to create memorable dining experiences for guests.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership and communication skills, with a passion for hospitality and an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership in restaurant/hospitality (min 5 years).
• Conceptualizing, costing, and executing menus.
• Staff recruitment, training, and scheduling.
• Budget management, cost control, and P&L experience.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Passion for exceptional guest experiences and inclusive environment.
• Degrees or certifications are not required.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of guest service-oriented culinary team members who are autonomous, skilled, and aligned with guest expectations.
• Create and curate food that supports the mission and makes memories for guests.
• Oversee administrative functions to empower the culinary team with product knowledge and support.
• Lead and develop the culinary team to exceed guest expectations and grow sales.

Skills

Leadership

Menu costing

Staff recruitment

Budget management

Cost control

P&L management

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Guest experiences

Social dining

Inclusive environment

Job description

Ontario Trillium Foundation is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a guest-focused culinary team, emphasizing autonomy, mastery, and purpose. You will design and cost menus, manage budgets, and ensure exceptional service that aligns with our mission to create memorable dining experiences for guests.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership and communication skills, with a passion for hospitality and an inclusive environment.