Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menu & Finances

Pack Brother Hospitality LLC; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pack Brother Hospitality LLC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the back-of-house team and ensure consistent, quality meals on time and within budget.

You will oversee line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, manage inventory and supplier relationships, and collaborate with the GM and owners on menu pricing and selections. The role requires strong leadership and culinary knowledge to maintain sanitation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading back-of-house teams and managing inventory.
• Ability to hire and train kitchen staff.
• Proven leadership with menu development collaboration with GM and owners.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to ensure all ingredients are stocked for service.
• Hire new staff and provide training for quick acclimation.
• Streamline kitchen processes to maintain prompt service times.
• Work with the General Manager and Owners to develop and maintain the restaurant menu.
• Set regular cleaning standards for the kitchen and verify sanitation levels.
• Create schedules for all kitchen staff.
• Track kitchen finances to identify areas of potential waste.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Financial understanding

Physical stamina

Job description

Pack Brother Hospitality LLC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the back-of-house team and ensure consistent, quality meals on time and within budget.

You will oversee line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, manage inventory and supplier relationships, and collaborate with the GM and owners on menu pricing and selections. The role requires strong leadership and culinary knowledge to maintain sanitation and efficiency.