Executive Chef for upscale restaurant

Job Description

We are seeking an Executive Chef for an upscale concept in the Portland area! This restaurant specializes in American dishes using high quality ingredients, plus event hosting and catering.

What's in it for you:

• Salary range $90-100k (DOE)
• Great benefits package and bonus
• Develop and challenge creative culinary skills

Executive Chef Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations
• Coordinate food and kitchenware orders, and manage some budgetary elements
• Check freshness and quality of ingredients
• Menu development using high quality ingredients
• Standardize recipes and plate presentations
• Work with management to create a memorable experience for guests
• Prepare and plane event catering menus

Executive Chef Skills/Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and be hands on
• Strong financial acumen, looking for a thinker who can make informed decisions in a fast paced environment
• 3-4 years of experience in a back of house leadership role - preferably in an upscale or fine dining kitchen
• Menu development using only high quality ingredients
• Knowledge of cost and labor systems, including managing kitchen finances
• Passion for food and cooking techniques
• Strong leadership qualities
• Self reliant, ability to get things done without being micromanaged

If this Executive Chef role sounds like it would be a good fit, please apply! We can't wait to hear from you!

With 32 years in the recruiting industry and offices nationwide, EHS RECRUITING COMPANY has placed thousands of candidates nationally and internationally. EHS recruiters are career specialists who give our candidates first access to the best opportunities and partner to elevate and expedite the hiring process. We look forward to partnering with you!

With 32 years in the recruiting industry and offices nationwide, EHS RECRUITING COMPANY has placed thousands of candidates nationally and internationally. EHS recruiters are career specialists who give our candidates first access to the best opportunities and partner to elevate and expedite the hiring process. We look forward to partnering with you!