Executive Chef - Lead Seasonal Menus & Elite Kitchen

Restaurant Zone Recruiting; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaurant Zone Recruiting is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen of a well-established Charleston, SC restaurant. You will oversee daily operations, develop seasonal menus, and mentor the kitchen team to maintain high standards.

The role requires a proven track record in upscale dining and scratch cooking, with strong leadership and cost controls. Compensation ranges from $85,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior kitchen leader.
• Strong background in upscale dining and scratch cooking.
• Experience managing kitchen teams, food costs, and inventory.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards in a busy restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food quality.
• Develop and maintain seasonal menus.
• Lead, train, and manage the kitchen team.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and labor.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure consistent execution and a high-quality dining experience.

Skills

Executive leadership

Upscale dining experience

Food cost management

Team management

Inventory management

Sanitation standards

Job description

Restaurant Zone Recruiting is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen of a well-established Charleston, SC restaurant. You will oversee daily operations, develop seasonal menus, and mentor the kitchen team to maintain high standards.

The role requires a proven track record in upscale dining and scratch cooking, with strong leadership and cost controls. Compensation ranges from $85,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.