Regional District Chef - Lead Multi-Unit Culinary Teams

Harper Associates; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary recruitment firm is seeking a District Chef to oversee culinary operations across the Cincinnati market. The role includes providing strategic leadership, mentoring chefs, and managing food quality and safety across multiple locations. Ideal candidates will have substantial culinary management experience, particularly in upscale foodservice organizations. The position offers a salary up to $120K plus bonuses and requires approximately 30% regional travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of multi culinary management experience.
• At least 2 years of multi-site or regional culinary leadership experience.
• Strong experience in culinary training, coaching, and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Provide culinary leadership across the Cincinnati market, including approximately 30% travel.
• Deliver training and hands-on culinary support across multiple corporate dining accounts.
• Drive culinary innovation and continuous improvement across all accounts.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food cost management

Training and mentoring

Operational oversight

Culinary innovation

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

A leading culinary recruitment firm is seeking a District Chef to oversee culinary operations across the Cincinnati market. The role includes providing strategic leadership, mentoring chefs, and managing food quality and safety across multiple locations. Ideal candidates will have substantial culinary management experience, particularly in upscale foodservice organizations. The position offers a salary up to $120K plus bonuses and requires approximately 30% regional travel.