Executive Chef — Lead High-Volume, Innovative Kitchen

Hirebridge; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage options

401(k) matching

Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Generous PTO including parental leave

Associate discounts (FREE mini golf!)

Pet Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

Job summary

Puttshack USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen. You will drive menu execution, guest satisfaction, and profitability while coordinating a talented kitchen team.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will manage food quality, safety, and training, ensuring collaboration with front-of-house for seamless service and an exceptional guest experience. This role requires strong leadership and a hands-on approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a culinary manager in a full-service restaurant.
• Proven ability to lead a team and drive costs and profitability.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Tech savvy and willing to learn new systems.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations in a high-volume venue.
• Manage food cost, inventory, and purchasing.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and sanitation standards.
• Lead menu development and rollout.
• Coordinate kitchen and front-of-house for seamless service.
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Tech savvy

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Puttshack USA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced, high-volume scratch kitchen. You will drive menu execution, guest satisfaction, and profitability while coordinating a talented kitchen team.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will manage food quality, safety, and training, ensuring collaboration with front-of-house for seamless service and an exceptional guest experience. This role requires strong leadership and a hands-on approach.