Fine Dining Executive Chef

Fine Dining Restaurant; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Fine Dining Restaurant Group in Suwanee, GA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at a premier steakhouse. You will craft seasonal, upscale menus, mentor staff, and uphold flawless plating and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as an Executive Chef in fine dining, a culinary degree or equivalent, strong leadership, and solid food-cost control and health-safety credentials. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in fine dining
• Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred
• Proven ability to develop creative upscale menus with a refined palate
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a full kitchen brigade
• Solid understanding of food cost management and inventory control
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credential required
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute fine dining menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and trends
• Lead, mentor, and manage all kitchen staff including sous chefs and line cooks
• Oversee food quality, plating standards, and consistency across dishes
• Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to meet budget
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health codes
• Collaborate with front-of-house management to deliver an elevated guest experience
• Conduct regular staff training, performance reviews, and kitchen development

Skills

Menu development

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Food safety

Plating

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About the Role:

Our Fine Dining Steakhouse is looking for a talented and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in Suwanee, GA. This is a rare opportunity to bring your creative vision and culinary expertise to a distinguished dining experience where excellence is the standard. If you thrive in a high-end kitchen environment and love crafting unforgettable dishes, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute innovative fine dining menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and culinary trends
• Lead, mentor, and manage all kitchen staff including sous chefs, line cooks, and prep team
• Oversee food quality, plating standards, and consistency across all dishes
• Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to maintain budgetary goals
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations
• Collaborate with front-of-house management to deliver a seamless, elevated guest experience
• Conduct regular staff training, performance reviews, and kitchen team development

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef de Cuisine in a fine dining environment
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred
• Proven ability to develop creative, upscale menus with a refined palate
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a full kitchen brigade
• Solid understanding of food cost management, budgeting, and inventory control
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credential required
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure, detail-oriented kitchen environment

About Us:

We are a respected and growing organization based in the greater Atlanta area, committed to delivering exceptional experiences to every guest we serve. Our team is built on a culture of creativity, professionalism, and a shared passion for culinary excellence. We invest in our people and take pride in fostering an environment where talented chefs can truly shine.