Executive Chef - New Store Opening

Burtons Grill of Wilmington, NC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Career development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Burtons Grill of Wilmington, NC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our upscale, made-from-scratch kitchen and deliver exceptional hospitality. You’ll shape menus, mentor a talented team, and uphold food quality and safety with precision.

Join a growth‑driven culture that values inclusivity and guest satisfaction, with a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and strong support for your professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in an upscale, polished casual, or fine dining restaurant with annual sales of $5M+.
• Strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of back-of-house day-to-day restaurant operations.
• Strong knowledge of back-of-house operations, including inventory, food safety, and kitchen leadership.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Passion for hospitality, quality, and delivering an exceptional front-of-house guest experience.
• Availability to work 10-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• ServSafe Certification
• Allergy Certification

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations with creativity, passion, and precision.
• Guide, mentor, and develop a talented kitchen team
• Uphold our commitment to food quality, safety, and consistency
• Collaborate on seasonal menus that keep our guests excited and coming back
• Be supported by a company that invests in your success and growth

Skills

Executive Chef experience (5M+)

Made-from-scratch cuisine

Team leadership

BOH operations

Positive mindset

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Allergy Certification

Job description

Description

New Store Opening Coming Soon!

Join Our Team!

Are you an Executive Chef with a passion for made-from-scratch food, premium ingredients, and delivering upscale casual dining experiences that prioritize both quality and hospitality? Are you looking for more than just a job- something meaningful, where you can grow and thrive?

Look no further.

We're seeking a talented and motivated Executive Chef to lead our kitchen and be a vital part of our outstanding team and culture.

At Burtons Grill, we're committed to excellence- not just in the food we serve, but in the environment we create for our guests and team.

We take pride in:

• A scratch kitchen using wholesome, premium ingredients
• Industry-leading protocols for food allergies and dietary restrictions, including a robust gluten-free menu
• A culture rooted in growth, creativity, and inclusion

We serve contemporary American cuisine, prepared from scratch with wholesome, premium ingredients. There's something on our menu for everyone - from juicy burgers and bountiful salads to tender steaks, fresh seafood, and more.

We're quality-obsessed when it comes to our food, and we're just as passionate about our hospitality. Our dedication to making Burtons accessible to everyone is inherent in all we do. We're well-known for our extensive protocols for safely serving guests with food allergies and dietary restrictions, and for our gluten-free menu.

We believe happy, fulfilled teams create extraordinary guest experiences- and we work hard to ensure both.

With New England roots, legendary service, and a chef-inspired menu, we've become a favorite destination for loyal guests up and down the East Coast. Our team is committed to upholding the values of our founders and delivering exceptional service and quality every day.

What you'll do:

• You'll lead our culinary operations with creativity, passion, and precision.
• Guide, mentor, and develop a talented kitchen team
• Uphold our commitment to food quality, safety, and consistency
• Collaborate on seasonal menus that keep our guests excited and coming back
• Be supported by a company that invests in your success and growth

What you'd bring:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, upscale kitchen ($5M+ in annual sales)
• A strong passion for elevated, made-from-scratch cuisine
• Inspirational leadership skills and a commitment to team development
• Strong communication, organization, and BOH operational expertise
• A positive, inclusive, and solutions-focused mindset

What we offer:

• A supportive, growth-oriented work culture
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• A passionate team dedicated to culinary excellence
• The opportunity to build a meaningful, fulfilling career- not just a job

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

We believe a diverse team makes us stronger. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other factor unrelated to merit.

Requirements

• Training location to be decided upon hire
• Minimum 2 years of Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in an upscale, polished casual, or fine dining restaurant with annual sales of $5M+
• Strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of back-of-house day-to-day restaurant operations
• Strong knowledge of back-of-house operations, including inventory, food safety, and kitchen leadership
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
• Passion for hospitality, quality, and delivering an exceptional front-of-house guest experience
• Availability to work 10-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays
• ServSafe Certification
• Allergy Certification