Executive Kitchen Leader - Fine Dining & Team Growth

Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Company paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid parking

Career growth

Job summary

Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts is seeking an experienced Executive Kitchen Manager to lead back‑of‑house operations at our premier casual fine dining restaurant in New Orleans. You will inspire a culinary team, ensure impeccable quality and food safety, and collaborate with front‑of‑house leaders to deliver memorable dining experiences that showcase our culture and standards.

Join a family that values commitment, integrity, generosity, and fun, with a competitive base salary and performance

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of BOH leadership experience in a high‑volume, upscale or fine dining restaurant.
• Proven ability to build, train, and motivate exceptional culinary teams.
• Strong background in food and labor cost management.
• ServSafe certified.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the culinary team to deliver excellence in execution and guest experience.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring impeccable quality, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, vendor relationships, and food/labor cost control.
• Uphold brand standards for recipes, presentation, and portioning with precision.
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house leadership to create seamless, memorable dining experiences.
• Foster a positive, high‑performance kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Food safety

Cost control

Guest experience

ServSafe certified

Tools

Vendor management

Job description

Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts is seeking an experienced Executive Kitchen Manager to lead back‑of‑house operations at our premier casual fine dining restaurant in New Orleans. You will inspire a culinary team, ensure impeccable quality and food safety, and collaborate with front‑of‑house leaders to deliver memorable dining experiences that showcase our culture and standards.

Join a family that values commitment, integrity, generosity, and fun, with a competitive base salary and performance