Executive Chef — Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

Levy Restaurants; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at the location, setting menu standards, training staff, and representing Levy on social media. You will guide a food-forward team focused on guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has extensive culinary leadership experience, strong coaching abilities, and a keen eye for cost control and quality. This role offers growth within a renowned hospitality leader.

Qualifications

• 5+ leadership experience in a culinary leadership position.
• Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Understanding of financial concepts.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the use of social media is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best.
• Identifying opportunities and driving improvements in both the food and financial performance.
• Overseeing all aspects of a safe and sanitary culinary department.
• Working closely with purchasing and finance to develop offerings that deliver financially and delight guests.
• Building and developing the on-site culinary team.
• Managing collaboration with regional and Home Office culinary teams to evolve the food experience.

Skills

Leadership

Taste and evaluate food

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Social media experience

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Levy is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at the location, setting menu standards, training staff, and representing Levy on social media. You will guide a food-forward team focused on guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has extensive culinary leadership experience, strong coaching abilities, and a keen eye for cost control and quality. This role offers growth within a renowned hospitality leader.