Executive Chef | Upscale Dining

Job Description

Job Description

Executive Chef – Upscale Restaurant

Edgewater, NJ

A high-volume, upscale dining restaurant in Edgewater is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, drive kitchen excellence, and elevate the guest dining experience in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all back-of-house operations, including menu development, food execution, kitchen management, cost control, and team leadership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary professional with strong organizational skills, a passion for bold, culturally inspired cuisine, and the ability to lead a large, diverse kitchen team in a high-volume setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all kitchen operations including prep, line, expo, and production

• Develop and maintain menus, recipes, and plating standards aligned with brand identity

• Lead, train, and mentor culinary staff to ensure consistency and excellence

• Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships

• Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and timing of all menu items

• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards

• Collaborate with FOH leadership to ensure seamless guest experience

• Oversee scheduling, labor management, and staffing of BOH team

• Implement systems to improve efficiency, consistency, and profitability

• Drive innovation while maintaining authenticity and operational standards

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of executive chef or senior culinary leadership experience in high-volume restaurants

• Strong background in Caribbean, Latin, or scratch kitchen cuisine preferred

• Proven ability to lead and develop large kitchen teams in fast-paced environments

• Strong financial acumen including food cost, inventory, and labor control

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and high-volume service periods

• ServSafe certification preferred

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a high-energy environment, takes pride in bold flavor profiles, and excels at delivering consistent, high-quality execution while building strong kitchen teams.