Executive Chef

Executive Chef

We are recruiting an Executive Chef to operate an upscale, independent restaurant with an elevated menu focusing on fresh ingredients, steaks, and seafood. The Executive Chef will be experienced and highly skilled in developing food items for dynamic seasonal menus, multi-course tasting menus, and featured items. He/she will oversee kitchen operations, including the training and development of team members to create a kitchen culture of excellence. Ideally, the Executive Chef will demonstrate competency and skillfulness in:

• Developing unique and exciting cuisine
• Leading pre-shift communications
• Overseeing and directing kitchen operations including the preparation, consistency, check-times and plating of food items
• Training and developing kitchen staff regarding cooking techniques and presentation of food items
• Collaborating with the General Manager to maintain staff schedules and food & labor budgeted costs
• Oversee purchasing and inventory levels of food and supplies
• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen areas including food storage areas and equipment
• Maintaining restaurant standards for work attire, cleanliness, and grooming
• Mentoring the growth and career opportunities of team members

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: DOE

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Flexible Schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting: Fine dining restaurant with high end bar and wine program

Schedule: Flexible with weekend and holiday availability

Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay

Availability / Willingness to Commute/Relocate: Hattiesburg / Oak Grove MS.; Must plan to relocate or commute (relocation assistance is available)

Experience and Education Requirements

• A culinary arts bachelor's degree (preferred)
• Restaurant experience: 5 years including 2 years management (preferred)
• New restaurant opening (preferred)

Work Location: One location