Head Chef & Menu Architect

Greek House Chefs Inc; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Greek House Chefs Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for the GHC Kitchen. You will plan menus, oversee purchasing, train staff, and manage the culinary budget to ensure client satisfaction and consistent quality.

Responsibilities include directing kitchen activities, maintaining sanitation standards, coordinating training programs, and planning menus two weeks in advance for GHC app approval. A strong leadership presence and budget discipline are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years lead Sous or Executive Chef experience
• Culinary degree preferred
• Serv Safe Certification within first available class after employment
• Valid food handler’s card required
• Strong leadership and budget-management capabilities
• Ability to recruit and manage kitchen staff

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and direct all culinary activities.
• Train kitchen staff and manage staff schedules.
• Oversee product purchasing and culinary budget.
• Ensure health, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Communicate with house and management to meet client needs.
• Plan and execute special events in line with house specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Training & coaching

Quality control

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Negotiation

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

GHC App

Convection ovens

Deep fryers

Boning knives

Job description

Greek House Chefs Inc. is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for the GHC Kitchen. You will plan menus, oversee purchasing, train staff, and manage the culinary budget to ensure client satisfaction and consistent quality.

Responsibilities include directing kitchen activities, maintaining sanitation standards, coordinating training programs, and planning menus two weeks in advance for GHC app approval. A strong leadership presence and budget discipline are essential.