Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

Parkhurst Dining; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Free meals

Employee discount

Career growth/training

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining in Easton, PA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume account ($1.5M–$3.5M annual managed volume). You will oversee menu development, cost controls, inventory, catering oversight, and staff mentoring to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in culinary roles, including 4+ in management, a strong track record of hiring and training teams, and a commitment to food safety, sustainability, and high standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of culinary experience in food service.
• 4+ years in culinary management or leadership.
• Experience with menu development, inventory, P&L, and cost controls.
• Experience delivering personalized guest experiences and dietary accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, menu development, and catering oversight.
• Own culinary cost controls and P&L accountability.
• Staffing, training, and development of culinary hourly teams.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and sustainability standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Inventory management

Cost controls

P&L management

Hiring & training

Food safety

Sustainability

Job description

Parkhurst Dining in Easton, PA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume account ($1.5M–$3.5M annual managed volume). You will oversee menu development, cost controls, inventory, catering oversight, and staff mentoring to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in culinary roles, including 4+ in management, a strong track record of hiring and training teams, and a commitment to food safety, sustainability, and high standards.