Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

Parkhurst Dining Services, Inc.

Tiffin (OH)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

40 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shift
Monthly family meal
Employee discount at ENPHG brands

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining, a brand of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for an account with substantial volume. You will oversee menu development, inventory, catering, and cost controls, ensuring Parkhurst standards and an exceptional dining experience.

This values-driven role involves staffing culinary teams, training staff, and owning P&L accountability, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience, including 4+ in culinary management.
  • Skilled in menu development, inventory, P&L, and cost controls.
  • Experience delivering personalized experiences and addressing diverse dietary needs.
  • Strong background in hiring, training, and mentoring culinary teams.
  • Expertise in menu innovation, food safety, sanitation, and sustainability standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead culinary management of food service operation including inventory, ordering, and receiving.
  • Develop menus and oversee catering oversight and events.
  • Own culinary cost controls and P&L accountability.

Skills

Culinary leadership
Menu development
Inventory management
P&L awareness
Staff mentoring

Job description

Parkhurst Dining, a brand of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for an account with substantial volume. You will oversee menu development, inventory, catering, and cost controls, ensuring Parkhurst standards and an exceptional dining experience.

This values-driven role involves staffing culinary teams, training staff, and owning P&L accountability, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and guest satisfaction.

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