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