Executive Chef | Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Growth

Darden Restaurants Inc.; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Quarterly bonus eligibility

3 weeks PTO (approx.)

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Stock purchase plan

Promotions from within

Job summary

Yard House is seeking an Executive Chef in East Rutherford, NJ to lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and guest satisfaction. The role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in a high-volume, full-service setting.

You will drive culinary excellence, mentor teams, and implement systems that deliver exceptional dining experiences while upholding brand standards and safety.

Qualifications

• Current salaried management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant preferred.
• Strong passion for culinary excellence and guest service.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
• Knowledge of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to great execution.
• Stable job history showing upward career and salary progression.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the restaurant.
• Lead and develop kitchen and service teams to ensure consistency.
• Deliver high quality, great tasting food to guests.
• Maintain brand standards and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Drive efficient execution and smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Culinary excellence

Guest service

High-volume operations

Training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yard House is seeking an Executive Chef in East Rutherford, NJ to lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and guest satisfaction. The role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in a high-volume, full-service setting.

You will drive culinary excellence, mentor teams, and implement systems that deliver exceptional dining experiences while upholding brand standards and safety.