Executive Chef: Off-Premise Catering Leader

Dartcor; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Dartcor Hospitality is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead culinary operations within a corporate dining environment. This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team.

The role requires off-premise catering experience. The Executive Chef shapes guest experiences by delivering high-quality offerings while upholding food safety standards

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
• 7+ years progressive culinary experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Seven-day-a-week availability with a five-day work week including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Catering background with off-premise experience required.
• Proven experience in high-volume, upscale casual, corporate dining or hospitality.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Expertise in modern cooking techniques, global cuisine and seasonal menus.
• Solid understanding of food cost, inventory, purchasing and labor planning.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to perform in a fast-paced kitchen with high culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation.
• Develop seasonal menus and weekly specials aligned with brand standards.
• Oversee all food preparation processes and portion control.
• Manage food purchasing and relationships with approved vendors.
• Monitor inventory to maintain accurate food costs and purchasing controls.
• Control food and labor costs while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Ensure all kitchen stations are prepared, stocked and organized for daily service.
• Conduct regular kitchen walkthroughs for cleanliness and food safety compliance.
• Lead health inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Recruit, train and mentor kitchen staff; promote a collaborative culture.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and review catering events and updates.
• Collaborate with management and service teams to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Support catering production for events to maintain consistency in quality.
• Monitor guest feedback and adjust menus or processes accordingly.
• Participate in required training and take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Catering operations

Team management

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Dartcor Hospitality is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead culinary operations within a corporate dining environment. This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team.

The role requires off-premise catering experience. The Executive Chef shapes guest experiences by delivering high-quality offerings while upholding food safety standards