Job Description
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Chef with a strong background in Mediterranean cooking and a desire to lead a collaborative kitchen team. Our ideal candidate has a hands-on approach, takes pride in training and mentoring staff, and knows how to deliver consistent, high-quality food while managing costs and operations.
Executive Chef Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations in a busy, full-service Mediterranean restaurant
- Develop and maintain seasonal Mediterranean menus and weekly specials
- Ensure consistent food quality, portion control, and plating standards
- Train, coach, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high performance
- Oversee inventory management, food costing, and labor control
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen in compliance with health regulations
- Collaborate with ownership and FOH management on service and event execution
- Participate in occasional off-site catering and private events
Executive Chef Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in kitchen management
- 2+ years as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or similar leadership role
- Proven success in managing food cost, labor cost, and BOH financials
- Strong leadership and communication skills; a patient and supportive trainer
- Background in Mediterranean cuisine (e.g., Greek, Turkish, Middle Eastern, North African, or coastal European influences)
- Experience with catering and event menus a plus
What We Offer:
- Wonderful company culture!
- Vacation/PTO
- Generous salary with Bonus
- Healthcare (MDV)
- Tremendous growth opportunity