Executive Chef - Lead High-Volume Culinary Ops

Unidine; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Unidine is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in New Orleans. You will oversee menu development, staff training, and food preparation, while maintaining safety standards and cost controls. The role requires hands-on leadership and a focus on guest satisfaction across culinary teams.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in culinary/kitchen management and familiar with ServSafe guidelines; salary is $85,000–$90,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Hands-on chef experience required.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary production and ensure food quality, safety, and cost controls.
• Provide direction on menu development and seasonal specials.
• Oversee staffing, training, and performance of kitchen staff.
• Monitor purchasing, receiving, and storage to maintain quality and cost objectives.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecast labor and food costs, and drive guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Budgeting / cost control

Staff training & development

Menu development

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Unidine is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in New Orleans. You will oversee menu development, staff training, and food preparation, while maintaining safety standards and cost controls. The role requires hands-on leadership and a focus on guest satisfaction across culinary teams.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in culinary/kitchen management and familiar with ServSafe guidelines; salary is $85,000–$90,000 with comprehensive benefits.