Executive Chef| Food Forward Restaurant| Fort Lauderdale
Full Time
6 months ago
About the Company
This is a chef-driven restaurant concept focused on elevated coastal cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and refined yet approachable dining. The culinary philosophy emphasizes fresh, high-quality products, thoughtful execution, and a strong commitment to hospitality, supported by disciplined kitchen systems and a collaborative team culture.
About the Role
The Executive Chef will lead all culinary operations for a Fort Lauderdale location. This role is ideal for a creative, systems-driven chef who is passionate about coastal-inspired cuisine, seasonal menu development, and delivering a consistently exceptional guest experience while maintaining strong operational and financial controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and consistency
- Develop and evolve seasonal menus featuring fresh seafood, premium ingredients, and elevated coastal cuisine
- Oversee food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships
- Build and maintain kitchen systems, SOPs, and sanitation standards
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team
- Partner with ownership and front-of-house leadership to create a seamless guest experience
- Foster a positive, professional kitchen culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- 5–7 years of Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef experience in an upscale, chef-driven restaurant
- Culinary degree preferred
- Strong background in seafood, coastal, Mediterranean, or seasonal American cuisine
- Proven operational, financial, and leadership experience
- Creative, organized, and hands-on leader with a passion for mentoring teams and delivering exceptional food
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($100K–$140K)
- Performance-based bonus
- Monthly health benefits stipend
Job Information
Offered Salary
100k/year - 140k/year