Senior Executive Chef

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc; Maine; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc. seeks a Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple high-volume venues in Kennebec County, ME. You will shape menus, mentor a large team, and ensure guest satisfaction at flagship sites.

Relocation assistance is provided; a substantial compensation package accompanies this role, including performance-driven bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and room for growth within the expanding organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior culinary leadership role; multi-outlet ops preferred.
• Experience leading $10M+ annual revenue operations.
• Proven success coaching and inspiring culinary teams.
• Strong P&L, budgeting and cost-control expertise.
• Comfort with modern kitchen and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations across multiple venues and service styles.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a large culinary management team.
• Ensure daily service quality and success of large events.
• Maintain client relationships and gather guest feedback.
• Manage budgets, purchasing, labor, and inventory to hit targets.
• Champion a from-scratch, creative culinary program tailored to the location.

Skills

Leadership & coaching

Financial acumen

Guest relations

High-volume operations

Catering & banquets

Budgeting & P&L

Kitchen systems

Tools

Kitchen inventory systems

Job description

A well-established, growing hospitality group that is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to oversee operations at one of its flagship, high-volume dining locations in beautiful Kennebec County, ME. This dynamic account features multiple food outlets, a variety of à la carte and all-you-can-eat concepts, and extensive catering for high-profile events. The location is undergoing exciting upgrades to enhance consistency, efficiency, and execution across all venues.

The role will serve as the top culinary leader, directing daily operations, driving culinary excellence, and ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction.

Compensation & Benefits: $110,000 - $130,000 (negotiable) + competitive annual bonus, Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401k with generous match, PTO, dining discounts, and more!

Relocation: A full relocation package is available for this role, with corporate-level support to fine-tune the details.

Must-Haves

• 5+ years in a senior culinary leadership role; experience in higher education, large-scale catering, or multi-outlet operations preferred.
• Proven ability to lead high-volume food service ($10M+ in annual revenue).
• Strong background in catering and banquets, including events for 2,000+ guests.
• Excellent leadership presence, motivated to coach, train, and inspire the culinary team.
• Financial acumen, including P&L and cost control expertise.
• Comfortable using or learning modern kitchen and inventory systems.
• Professional, approachable, and skilled at guest and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations across multiple venues and service styles.
• Lead, mentor, and develop an extensive management and hourly culinary team.
• Ensure consistency and quality across daily service and large-scale events.
• Maintain strong client relationships and actively seek guest feedback.
• Manage budgets, purchasing, labor, and inventory to achieve financial targets.
• Champion a from-scratch, creative culinary program tailored to the location’s needs.
• If you are a passionate, results-driven culinary professional who thrives in a high-energy, guest-focused environment, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving organization with room for growth.