Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Menu Innovation

Parkhurst Dining; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 69,700 - 87,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Free meals

Discounts

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining in Maine is seeking an Executive Chef to join our team and lead culinary operations. This is a senior leadership role overseeing inventory, menu development, catering, and cost controls to ensure exceptional guest experiences and P&L accountability.

You'll manage culinary hourly teams, mentor culinarians, and uphold Parkhurst standards while driving innovation, food safety, and sustainability across the operation.

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 for the operation, including inventory, ordering and receiving.
• Own culinary cost controls and P&L accountability.
• Staff and develop culinary hourly teams and culinarians.
• Ensure exceptional dining experiences and adherence to Parkhurst standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure smooth, efficient service.

Skills

Culinary management

Menu development

Inventory & cost controls

People leadership

Food safety & sanitation

Job description

Parkhurst Dining in Maine is seeking an Executive Chef to join our team and lead culinary operations. This is a senior leadership role overseeing inventory, menu development, catering, and cost controls to ensure exceptional guest experiences and P&L accountability.

You'll manage culinary hourly teams, mentor culinarians, and uphold Parkhurst standards while driving innovation, food safety, and sustainability across the operation.