Strategic BOH Chef | Lead, Develop & Optimize Kitchen

Workstream; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Vision & Dental

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hellas Bakery & Pita, Inc. in Tarpon Springs, FL is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all back-of-house operations, develop teams, and implement standards that ensure consistency, accountability, and long-term success.

You will own planning, systems, and performance in alignment with the business goals. Reporting with Kitchen Manager and ownership, you will drive menu execution, food safety, and cost management while cultivating a professional, calm kitchen culture that supports high-volume

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BOH management experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• High School diploma or GED; Associate degree in Food and Beverage preferred.
• Calm, organized, and confident under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and proven leadership skills.
• Ability to stay calm and organized during high-volume service.
• Strong computer skills. Experience with MarginEdge, POS systems.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the strategic leader of all back-of-house operations, setting the vision, structure, and standards that drive consistency, accountability, and long-term success across all culinary departments
• Lead, develop, and empower kitchen leadership by establishing clear expectations and coaching for growth
• Own the planning and systems behind the kitchen, including forecasting, production planning, labor strategy, and inventory management
• Partner with the General Manager, FOH leadership, and ownership to align culinary execution with business goals and financial targets
• Build and sustain a professional, respectful kitchen culture with calm, disciplined leadership in high-pressure environments
• Take full ownership of food and labor cost performance using data and forecasting to meet budget objectives
• Design, implement, and continuously improve training programs for consistent execution and safety
• Lead change thoughtfully, modernizing systems while preserving institutional knowledge
• Ensure operational excellence and compliance with food safety, sanitation, and equipment standards
• Maintain visible leadership during peak moments and support problem-solving as needed

Skills

BOH Management

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Food Safety

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Food and Beverage preferred

Tools

MarginEdge

POS systems

MS Office

Inventory software

Job description

Hellas Bakery & Pita, Inc. in Tarpon Springs, FL is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all back-of-house operations, develop teams, and implement standards that ensure consistency, accountability, and long-term success.

You will own planning, systems, and performance in alignment with the business goals. Reporting with Kitchen Manager and ownership, you will drive menu execution, food safety, and cost management while cultivating a professional, calm kitchen culture that supports high-volume