Mia's Italian Kitchen Executive Chef

People and Culture Manager specializing in recruiting, training, talent development, and streamlining HR processes to build strong teams and a…

Purpose:

Lead and energize the Back of House team at the restaurant level, setting the standard for excellence every day. Inspire and support kitchen operations to consistently deliver Alexandria Restaurant Partners’ (ARP) signature quality — upholding our systems, procedures, principles, mission, and culture.

• Manage adherence to ARP’s quality standards, operating systems/procedures, and food sanitation & safety regulations/requirements.
• Work alongside the General Manager to achieve desired results.
• Actively develop Sous Chefs and hold all Sous Chefs accountable for developing hourly Back of the House staff to support the organization’s talent pipeline and drive growth.
• Coach and mentor by providing well‑rounded training programs with opportunities to cross‑train positions.
• Experienced in hiring the best candidates for each position.
• Hands‑on management style, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team by clearly communicating objectives and expectations.
• Certified and well‑versed in sanitation controls with the ability to audit.
• Well‑developed conflict resolution skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Impacts restaurant profitability through effective financial management.
• Represent, support, and protect the ARP brand. Take ownership, handle stress/failure, and adapt.

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive kitchen leadership in an upscale, high‑volume full‑service restaurant.
• Experience with scratch Italian cooking
• Strong coaching and mentoring approach, with a track record of building a talent pipeline and promoting from within.
• Adept at creating a culture of accountability, empowerment, and service excellence.
• Effectively manages all aspects of daily kitchen operations, including labor management, inventory control, purchasing, and scheduling.
• Knowledgeable of health, safety, and compliance regulations for upscale dining environments.
• Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Energetic, polished, articulate, and professional demeanor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to interact effectively with ownership, vendors, and staff.
• Strong conflict‑resolution and problem‑solving abilities.
• Dynamic, emotionally intelligent leader with a people‑first mindset.
• Leads with humility, confidence, and integrity.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and pride in execution.

People are the core of our company. That’s why our benefits include:

• Monthly profit‑sharing bonus
• 401K with a 4% match, no vesting
• Paid time off - Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays
• Health Insurance
• Basic insurance plan is free
• Higher‑tier independent plans are 80% covered
• Family Plans are 50% covered
• Vision and dental insurance
• Other insurance policies – Critical Illness, Injury Prevention, and Accident Prevention
• Daily "family meals" before lunch and dinner service, where we feed the entire staff to show our appreciation!
• Complimentary dining privileges at any ARP locations
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth