Executive Chef

 Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager

Chef-Driven Casual Dining | Scratch Kitchen

Ready to lead a kitchen where quality, creativity, and fresh ingredients actually matter?

We’re searching for a talented Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house team for a successful, growing casual dining concept in Edinburgh, IN.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a high-energy kitchen, takes pride in developing a strong team, and understands how to balance great food with strong financial results.

Our concept features a chef-curated, seasonally inspired menu with locally sourced ingredients, scratch-made recipes, gourmet burgers, and creative menu offerings. With multiple locations and continued growth, we offer the stability of an established company along with opportunities for talented leaders to advance their careers.

If you’re passionate about food, people, and running an exceptional kitchen, we want to hear from you! 

Job Description:

As the Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager, you will take ownership of all back-of-house operations while maintaining exceptional standards for food quality, execution, cleanliness, and profitability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, coach, train, and develop the entire BOH team
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and recipe standards
• Oversee daily food preparation and kitchen production
• Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, waste, and controllable expenses
• Participate in P&L management and drive strong financial performance
• Maintain proper BOH staffing levels through recruiting, interviewing, and hiring
• Create weekly BOH schedules while effectively managing labor
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and development
• Maintain the highest standards for food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness
• Ensure proper kitchen organization, equipment maintenance, and operational readiness
• Create specials and contribute culinary ideas while maintaining concept standards
• Build a positive, accountable kitchen culture where team members can succeed and grow

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Seize the day and make your culinary mark! We're eagerly seeking a Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager in Edinburgh, IN. If you've got what it takes, don't hesitate - email us your resume right away for an immediate, confidential review. This is your chance to stir up success!

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