Executive Chef - Lead High-Volume Upscale Kitchen

Delaware North; Java Center (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Annual performance bonus based on role

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition and/or certification reimburse

Friends-and-family discounts

Job summary

Patina 250 in Buffalo, New York, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team and oversee all back-of-house operations. You will drive culinary excellence, develop innovative menus, and ensure financial accountability while fostering a culture of teaching and professional development.

The role requires strong leadership, expertise in high-volume kitchen management, and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, upscale concept.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred but not mandatory.
• ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong financial and computer skills; experience with P&Ls and budgeting; knowledge of MS Office 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

• Oversee all back-of-house operations, including staff training and development, food production, and service execution, ensuring operational excellence and high-quality guest experiences.
• 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

Menu development

Food safety

Budgeting

P&L knowledge

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Tools

MS Office

POS systems

Job description

Patina 250 in Buffalo, New York, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team and oversee all back-of-house operations. You will drive culinary excellence, develop innovative menus, and ensure financial accountability while fostering a culture of teaching and professional development.

The role requires strong leadership, expertise in high-volume kitchen management, and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences.