Chef

Chef Hawaii | $120,000+ Base Salary | Performance Incentives | Generous Relocation Package

An established North American restaurant group with 80+ locations is seeking an experienced Chef to lead a high-volume, upscale-casual culinary operation in Hawaii.

We are looking for a strong operator who can build and retain a great team, drive consistent execution, manage financial performance, and take ownership of kitchen operations.

This is the company's entry into Hawaii and part of a broader expansion strategy across the islands. For the right leader, success could create a pathway toward multi-unit or regional culinary leadership.

Why Join Us?

• $120,000+ Base Salary — Commensurate with experience, plus performance incentives and benefits.
• Generous Relocation Package — Relocation assistance including temporary housing for up to six months.
• Growth Opportunity — Join an established 80+ location organization as it expands into Hawaii.
• Sustainable Scheduling — Structured to support long-term leadership performance.
• Strong Culture & Benefits — Health benefits, dining discounts, recognition programs, company events, and a culture built around hospitality, accountability, and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day culinary operations and uphold established systems and standards.

• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and service execution.

• Manage food cost, labor, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen productivity.

• Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and retain a high-performing culinary team.

• Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, consistency, and respect.

• Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and food safety standards.

• Partner with the General Manager and regional leadership to deliver strong operational and guest-experience results.

• Who We Are Looking For

• The ideal candidate is a disciplined restaurant operator who happens to be a great chef — someone who understands that culinary leadership is as much about people, systems, and financial performance as it is about food.

Candidates should bring:

• Proven Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.

• Strong knowledge of food cost, labor, inventory, ordering, and kitchen systems.

• Demonstrated success building, developing, and retaining teams.

• Strong financial and business acumen.

• A hands-on leadership style and willingness to lead from the kitchen floor.

• A systems-driven approach with a commitment to consistency and established standards.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Spanish-language skills are an asset.

• What Success Looks Like

• Success means building a stable, well-trained and accountable kitchen team while consistently achieving food quality, labor, food-cost, cleanliness, and operational targets.

• Location: Hawaii

• Compensation: $120,000+ base salary, plus performance incentives and benefits

• Relocation: Generous relocation package, including temporary housing for up to six months

• If you are an accomplished Chef ready for an exciting career and lifestyle move to Hawaii, this is an opportunity to join an established organization at the beginning of a significant new chapter of growth.

• JOB ID: 180106