Executive Chef

About the role

Lead the Culinary Experience at Jake's Unlimited. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, delivering exceptional food, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure exceptional food quality and consistency
• Develop, coach, and inspire a high-performing culinary team
• Execute and continuously refine our culinary program and operating standards
• Manage food cost, labor, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Oversee restaurant service, catering, banquets, birthday parties, and special events
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Partner with senior leadership to improve operations and drive financial performance
• Build a positive, accountable, and team-focused kitchen culture
• Lead the development and rollout of a new a la carte menu and premium catering menu in partnership with senior leadership and our culinary team

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Culinary Manager, or similar leadership experience
• Strong scratch kitchen background
• Experience leading high-volume, made-to-order kitchen operations
• Proven success managing food cost, labor, purchasing, and inventory
• Outstanding leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with catering, banquets, hospitality, or multi-concept food operations is highly preferred

Skills

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Food Safety
• Cost Management
• Communication

Benefits

• $75,000–$95,000 annual salary DOE
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary shift meals
• Complimentary guest passes
• Employee discounts
• Professional growth opportunities
• A collaborative leadership team committed to excellence

Pay

$75,000–$95,000 annual salary DOE

Schedule

Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays