Executive Chef - Lead Culinary Team, Menus & Large Events

Continental; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

At-work dining perks

Flexible schedules

Generous PTO

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Continental in Troy, MI seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team, oversee production of breakfast, lunch and events, and ensure top quality. You will train staff, set production schedules and manage inventory while maintaining food cost targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in culinary/hospitality, 5+ years kitchen leadership, ServSafe and allergen certification preferred; strong communication and professional demeanor; full-time with Monday–Friday schedule; compensation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in culinary or hospitality or equivalent.
• 5+ years kitchen leadership experience, large kitchen preferred.
• ServSafe Manager and Allergen certification preferred; willing to obtain if not held.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team and manage production of breakfast, lunch, and events.
• Conduct daily line checks for quality before service.
• Develop menus and oversee testing, prototyping, and recipe compliance.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost to meet financial goals.
• Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to staff.

Skills

Culinary management

Staff training

Menu development

Food safety

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in culinary or hospitality

Tools

ServSafe Manager

Allergen certification

Job description

Continental in Troy, MI seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team, oversee production of breakfast, lunch and events, and ensure top quality. You will train staff, set production schedules and manage inventory while maintaining food cost targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in culinary/hospitality, 5+ years kitchen leadership, ServSafe and allergen certification preferred; strong communication and professional demeanor; full-time with Monday–Friday schedule; compensation