Executive Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menus & Profit

Soho House & Co.; Malibu (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care + 401K

Paid time off

Career development

Soho Impact

Learning & Development

Team events

Team meal

Job summary

Soho House is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Kitchen Department in our Malibu location. You will plan, organize, and supervise culinary operations, including line service, expo, and ticket timing, ensuring top quality and compliance with health and safety standards.

You’ll own the kitchen budget, drive seasonal menus, and mentor a large team while maintaining extraordinary guest experiences in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in a high-volume, luxury dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Kitchen Department, ensuring high standards and operational efficiency.
• Oversee BOH including recruitment, onboarding, training, payroll, and performance appraisals.
• Maintain health, safety, sanitation, and allergy procedures per policy and law.
• Drive menu creation, seasonal menus, and cost controls to optimize revenue and quality.
• Collaborate with Marketing/Events on menus, costs and service delivery.
• Manage kitchen budget with GM and Head Chef, North America, to maximize profits.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Team management

Budgeting

Menu development

Certified Food Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent trade school certification

Job description

Soho House is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Kitchen Department in our Malibu location. You will plan, organize, and supervise culinary operations, including line service, expo, and ticket timing, ensuring top quality and compliance with health and safety standards.

You’ll own the kitchen budget, drive seasonal menus, and mentor a large team while maintaining extraordinary guest experiences in a fast-paced, luxury environment.