Executive Chef

Position: Executive Chef
Location: Bergen County, NJ
Concept: Elevated, Modern Steakhouse

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for bold flavors, refined presentation, and high-level execution? We're seeking an Executive Chef to helm the kitchen at Capon’s Chophouse—a destination restaurant blending traditional steakhouse excellence with modern culinary innovation.

What We're Looking For:

• A seasoned Executive Chef with a full tenure in the executive chef position for the past 4 to 5 years
• Deep knowledge of steakhouse cuisine, but not afraid to push creative boundaries
• Proven ability to lead, train, and inspire a high-performing kitchen team
• A relentless focus on quality, consistency, and guest experience
• Strong understanding of cost control, inventory, and kitchen operations, FOH training and private event operations

Responsibilities:

• Lead menu development with seasonal and local ingredients
• Ensure flawless execution during high-volume service
• Collaborate with FOH leadership to deliver a seamless dining experience
• Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and kitchen efficiency
• Recruit, train, and mentor back-of-house staff
• Operate the business according to the budget based financial plans of the restaurant

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an ambitious new concept in one of NJ’s most dynamic dining areas
• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Creative freedom and input into menu direction
• Supportive ownership team committed to excellence and innovation
• Upward mobility in a restaurant company that is growing

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make your mark on a concept with vision, style, and serious culinary credibility.

📩 Apply now with your resume and a short note about why you’re the right fit.
Confidentiality is guaranteed.