Budgeting, Compensation and Benefits, Cook Dishes, Culinary Operations, Food Delivery, Food Quality, Food Safety, Health Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Restaurant, Sales Management, Seafood Department, ServSafe Certification
A soon-to-open steakhouse in Naples is seeking a skilled Executive Chef to lead the opening and ongoing culinary direction of this ambitious new restaurant. Backed by a respected hospitality group, this is an opportunity to shape a luxury dining concept featuring premium dry-aged steaks and seafood.
Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Relocation assistance on a case by case basis
- Annual Bonus Program
Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years as executive chef in upscale or fine dining
- Experience leading successful new restaurant openings
- Proven background in high-volume steakhouse or chophouse concepts
- Specialization in charcoal grilling; deep knowledge of dry-aged meats and seafood
- Demonstrated ability to manage annual restaurant sales of $6M+
- Leadership experience with culinary teams of 50+ staff
- Valid ServSafe Certification or equivalent
- Strong financial skills managing food, labor, and operational costs
Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee all kitchen operations and culinary execution for a 200+ seat restaurant
- Set and maintain the highest standards for food quality, safety, and presentation
- Develop chef-driven seasonal menus and specials leveraging Mediterranean flavors
- Recruit, train, and inspire a back-of-house team
- Manage food and labor budgets while delivering an exceptional guest experience
- Conduct line checks, monitor food safety, and ensure kitchen compliance
- Partner with front-of-house leadership to create a seamless, vibrant restaurant environment