Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

Greek House Chefs Inc; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Greek House Chefs Inc in Decatur, IL, is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary activities for the GHC Kitchen. You will supervise kitchen operations, train staff, plan menus, and manage purchasing and budgets to meet quality standards.

You will coordinate training, ensure cleanliness and safety, and communicate with house management to ensure client satisfaction. The role requires 2–3 years of Lead Sous or Executive Chef experience; culinary degree preferred; Serv Safe

Qualifications

• 2-3 years Lead Sous or Executive Chef experience and/or culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs food preparation and culinary activities.
• Develops recipes and portion specifications within budget constraints.
• Manages kitchen staff schedules and app-related tasks.
• Ensures cleanliness and sanitation per health standards.
• Coordinates training programs and conducts regular inspections.
• Plans menus and menus two weeks ahead for approval in the GHC app.
• Submits weekly budget via the GHC App.
• Maintains professional relationships with vendors and clients.

Skills

Lead kitchen management

Menu planning

Training staff

Budget management

Quality & safety focus

Communication

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Greek House Chefs App

Inventory management software

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Greek House Chefs Inc in Decatur, IL, is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary activities for the GHC Kitchen. You will supervise kitchen operations, train staff, plan menus, and manage purchasing and budgets to meet quality standards.

You will coordinate training, ensure cleanliness and safety, and communicate with house management to ensure client satisfaction. The role requires 2–3 years of Lead Sous or Executive Chef experience; culinary degree preferred; Serv Safe