Executive Chef

Executive Chef Black Cow (Newburyport, MA)

Compensation: $100,000 $120,000+ Base Salary (DOE) +

Scale: 15,000 Sq. Ft. Facility | 400+ Seats | $8.5M+ Consistent Annual Revenue

Type: Full-Time / Year-Round

About Us

For over 30 years, Black Cow has been an iconic waterfront landmark in downtown Newburyport. Following a complete facility overhaul seven years ago, our state-of-the-art 15,000 sq. ft. venue generates $8.5M+ in consistent annual sales.

The Opportunity

After 15 incredible years, our Executive Chef is relocating out of state. While we are sad to see him go, his planned departure creates a rare opening for a business-minded Executive Chef to lead our kitchen into its next chapter.

Key Responsibilities

High-Volume Leadership: Direct operations across a 400+ seat multi-zone venue during peak summer surges and steady year-round dining.

Financial Management: Oversee food cost, prep, and labor metrics to hit target P&L benchmarks.

Menu Development: Elevate our coastal/American menu with seasonal innovations, high-margin features, and consistent execution.

Culture & Operations: Mentorship, team scheduling, inventory tracking, and strategic vendor purchasing.

Qualifications

5+ years as an Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant.

Proven track record in P&L management, food costing, and labor controls.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive Base Salary ($100k $120k+) +

Health & Dental Insurance Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Direct partnership with stable, long-term ownership