Executive Chef: Menu Innovation & Culinary Growth

No Soliciting; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise Brands is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary direction across its No Soliciting concept in Columbus, OH. You will drive menu development, test kitchen concepts, and ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and profitability while mentoring kitchen teams.

You will partner with operations to optimize food costs, lead training, and stay ahead of industry trends, shaping innovative offerings that excite guests and support growth across brands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts required or preferred.
• 5+ years experience as an Executive Chef.
• Extensive food knowledge and creativity; beverages a plus.
• Food Safety Manager certified; ServSafe trainer/proctor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive menu creation and food strategy for new and existing brand concepts.
• Identify and coordinate training activities for kitchen teams and new menu rollouts.
• Coach kitchen staff to Rise Brands standards; monitor food quality and service.
• Project/budget annual food, labor and other kitchen costs; ensure financial targets.
• Negotiate deals to strengthen supplier relations and profitability.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost control

Menu development

Food safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts

ServSafe / Food Safety Manager certification

Job description

Rise Brands is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary direction across its No Soliciting concept in Columbus, OH. You will drive menu development, test kitchen concepts, and ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and profitability while mentoring kitchen teams.

You will partner with operations to optimize food costs, lead training, and stay ahead of industry trends, shaping innovative offerings that excite guests and support growth across brands.