Executive Chef : Up To 100K + Bonus

Self Opportunity, Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Self Opportunity, Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef to own all food and back-of-house operations for a full-service restaurant and the group’s events and catering business in Baton Rouge, LA. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a chef comfortable in front of guests and capable of driving culinary innovation.

The position oversees menus, food and labor costs, and the kitchen team, including Sous Chefs, with relocation encouraged for strong candidates. Up to $100K base + bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in upscale or high-volume restaurants.
• Strong background in steak, seafood and/or Italian cuisine
• Banquet, events or catering experience strongly preferred
• Proven skill at managing food and labor costs
• Creative, forward-thinking and comfortable in front of guests
• A leader who builds strong teams and takes full ownership

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary and BOH operations
• Oversee private events, banquets and catering
• Develop menus and drive culinary innovation
• Hire, train and develop the kitchen team, including Sous Chefs
• Own food cost, labor, inventory and vendor relationships
• Keep quality, consistency, safety and sanitation standards high
• Partner with ownership as a visible leader in the business

Skills

Executive Chef exp

Upscale/high-volume

Banquet/catering exp

Food & labor cost mgmt

Front-of-house leadership

Team leadership

Job description

Executive Chef - Confidential Upscale Restaurant Group Baton Rouge, LA

Up to $100K + Bonus

Self Opportunity Inc. is partnering with an established, upscale restaurant group known for steak, seafood and Italian-inspired cuisine. Their culture centers on hospitality: every guest should leave with a memorable experience, and food and service matter equally.

They're looking for an Executive Chef to own all food and back-of-house operations for a full-service restaurant and the group's events and catering business. This role is for a hands‑on leader who wants to be out front, own the kitchen and bring fresh, innovative ideas to a respected brand.

What You'll Do

• Lead all culinary and BOH operations
• Oversee private events, banquets and catering
• Develop menus and drive culinary innovation
• Hire, train and develop the kitchen team, including Sous Chefs
• Own food cost, labor, inventory and vendor relationships
• Keep quality, consistency, safety and sanitation standards high
• Partner with ownership as a visible leader in the business

What You Bring

• 5+ years of Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in upscale or high-volume restaurants
• Strong background in steak, seafood and/or Italian cuisine
• Banquet, events or catering experience strongly preferred
• Proven skill at managing food and labor costs
• Creative, forward-thinking and comfortable in front of guests
• A leader who builds strong teams and takes full ownership

Compensation

Up to $100K base + bonus

Relocation: Candidates relocating to Baton Rouge are encouraged .

Confidential search. Client details shared with qualified candidates.

Company Description

Self Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Company Description Self Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.