Steakhouse Executive Chef

Steakhouse Executive Chef

We are seeking a creative, hands-on Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at an upscale dining destination in the Mount Airy area. This is an opportunity for an experienced chef to build a strong kitchen team, develop an exciting menu, and establish a distinctive culinary identity centered on quality ingredients, seasonal cooking, and exceptional hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, presentation, and execution.
• Develop creative menus featuring premium steaks, fresh seafood, seasonal ingredients, and regional influences.
• Incorporate local products and establish relationships with farmers, purveyors, and specialty vendors.
• Create dishes that complement an elevated wine and beverage program.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a talented culinary team.
• Maintain a hands-on presence in the kitchen, leading by example during service.
• Manage food purchasing, inventory, recipe costing, portion control, and food costs.
• Establish kitchen systems, recipes, preparation standards, and procedures.
• Maintain sanitation, food safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Collaborate with restaurant leadership on guest experience, special events, and overall performance.

Qualifications

• Previous Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef experience in an upscale restaurant, steakhouse, hotel, or chef-driven concept.

• Strong culinary background in steak, seafood, and contemporary American cuisine.

• Creative menu development skills with an understanding of seasonal and regional ingredients.

• Experience managing food costs, labor, inventory, and purchasing.

• Proven ability to build, lead, and retain a strong kitchen team.

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

• Passion for hospitality, quality, and culinary excellence.

• Ideal Candidate

• A passionate culinary leader who balances creativity with operational discipline. Someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in developing people, and understands how to create a memorable dining experience through great food, thoughtful presentation, and consistent execution.

• This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, develop a culinary program, and build a reputation for excellence in the Mount Airy market.

• JOB ID: 183618