Executive Chef – Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team

Delaware North; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 78,400 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance bonus

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Discounts

Job summary

Delaware North's Patina Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and service teams at Leatherby's Restaurant in Costa Mesa, CA. The role focuses on delivering exceptional food and service while managing recipes, costs, and staffing across high-volume operations.

The position offers a base salary with an annual bonus plan and uncapped incentive opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is available, and flexibility in scheduling is required to support business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume concept
• Certificate or degree in Culinary Arts preferred; ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required
• Strong financial and computer skills; experience with P&Ls and budgeting; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and POS systems
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business needs
• Proven ability to lead team members clearly and concisely while positively influencing behavior and performance

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and mobilize kitchen and service teams
• Develop and maintain recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures; determine purchasing specifications and budgetary allotments for all menu items
• Prepare operational reports; highlight progress, adverse trends, and make recommendations for success
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with all company and health department policies, regulations, and standards
• Possess working knowledge of company invoice tracking, labor tracking, schedule preparation, food cost management, labor cost management, inventory control, and hiring, counseling, and termination policies

Skills

Leadership

Food cost management

Budgeting

POS systems

Excel

Team training

Hiring

Education

Culinary Arts degree/certification

Tools

Invoice tracking

Labor tracking

Inventory control

POS systems

Excel

Job description

Delaware North's Patina Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and service teams at Leatherby's Restaurant in Costa Mesa, CA. The role focuses on delivering exceptional food and service while managing recipes, costs, and staffing across high-volume operations.

The position offers a base salary with an annual bonus plan and uncapped incentive opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is available, and flexibility in scheduling is required to support business needs.