Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Culinary Innovation

Morrow Hospitality Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (60% premium covered

Dental and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life and disability insurance

Critical care and cancer insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and sick time

Job summary

Morrow Hospitality Group in New Orleans seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across its concepts. You will drive food quality, guest experience, and financial performance in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

You will oversee recipe standards, kitchen staffing, and collaboration with restaurant leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining profitability and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of leadership in executive/senior culinary roles.
• Five+ years kitchen experience in high-volume dining.
• Experience managing food costs, labor, inventory and purchasing.
• Experience leading, training, scheduling and developing culinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen management.
• Proven ability to maintain food quality during peak service.
• Ability to interpret reports and drive measurable improvements.
• Onsite work availability including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and maintain high standards of quality.
• Execute the culinary identity and menu standards for the restaurant.
• Collaborate on menu development, seasonal offerings, and specials.
• Develop standardized recipes, specifications, and plating guides.
• Monitor food quality and ticket times; take corrective action as needed.
• Respond to guest feedback and dietary requests promptly.
• Partner with GM to align culinary execution with service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Management

Cost Control

Staff Development

Food Safety

Menu Development

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Professional Certification

Job description

Morrow Hospitality Group in New Orleans seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across its concepts. You will drive food quality, guest experience, and financial performance in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

You will oversee recipe standards, kitchen staffing, and collaboration with restaurant leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining profitability and compliance with safety standards.