Executive Chef Operator - Lead, Innovate & Grow Kitchen

DIG INN Restaurant Teams; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 weeks of Fully Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Vision)

Paid Time Off

401K Program

Phone Reimbursement

Complimentary DIG Meals every day

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is seeking a Chef Operator (Executive Chef/General Manager) in New York to lead a scratch-based kitchen and manage full restaurant operations. You will train and mentor teams, drive culinary excellence, and oversee front- and back-of-house functions.

The role requires 3–5 years in kitchen or restaurant management, strong leadership, and proficiency with digital ordering and inventory systems. Competitive salary with growth potential and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of kitchen or restaurant operations management experience.
• Passion for real, good food and leadership to operate a scratch-based kitchen.
• Willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
• Ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Systems and organization in fast-changing environments.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills with multiple digital ordering systems.
• Ability to learn tech platforms and work systematically.
• Familiarity with restaurant costing and inventory software.
• Physically capable to lift up to 25–50 pounds.
• Desire for professional growth and learning.
• Network and build ties in the restaurant community.
• Ability to take multiple variables to find best solution.
• DOH or ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the entire restaurant operation, including PnL such as food cost management and labor efficiency.
• Collaborate with the CDC on QA processes and convert guest feedback into insights.
• Manage new initiatives and launches with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Monitor operations to ensure culinary and DOH standards are followed.
• Troubleshoot technology, systems and offsite ordering platforms.
• Be the face of hospitality with guests and drivers; train concierge roles.
• Document employee relations discussions and coordinate with HR.
• Recruit and onboard new culinarians.
• Review development plans with Field Leadership for succession.
• Communicate updates and goals; lead pre-shifts and chef’s tables.
• Uphold anti-discrimination policies.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Training & mentoring

Communication

Team building

Digital systems familiarity

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Digital ordering systems

Inventory software

Costing software

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is seeking a Chef Operator (Executive Chef/General Manager) in New York to lead a scratch-based kitchen and manage full restaurant operations. You will train and mentor teams, drive culinary excellence, and oversee front- and back-of-house functions.

The role requires 3–5 years in kitchen or restaurant management, strong leadership, and proficiency with digital ordering and inventory systems. Competitive salary with growth potential and comprehensive benefits are offered.