Executive Chef

Job Overview

This Executive Chef position is about leading a kitchen, not just cooking. You'll shape the entire culinary experience for a restaurant or hospitality group in Charleston, WV. It's a role where your vision for food and your ability to execute it directly impact the business every single day.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal menus that balance creativity with cost and kitchen workflow.
• Manage all kitchen operations, from inventory and ordering to maintaining health code standards.
• Train and mentor cooks, fostering a culture of precision and consistency on the line.
• Control food costs through careful sourcing, portioning, and waste reduction strategies.
• Craft specials and collaborate on private dining events to drive revenue.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years in a sous chef or chef de cuisine role, with at least two in a leadership capacity.
• Deep knowledge of modern techniques, butchery, and sauce work. A classical foundation matters here.
• Proven skill in managing food costs; you need to talk numbers as well as flavors.
• Culinary degree or equivalent apprenticeship is preferred. A valid food handler's card is required.
• The physical stamina for long hours on your feet in a hot, demanding environment is non negotiable.

What It's Like In This Role

The kitchen is yours to run. You'll work closely with management on strategy but have autonomy over your domain. Expect to use standard inventory systems and maybe some new tech for scheduling or costing. The schedule revolves around service; nights, weekends, and holidays are part of the rhythm. Your team will look to you for direction during the rush and for development during prep.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

You get to put your name on a menu and build a kitchen culture from the ground up. There's real room to grow your skills in business management alongside culinary arts. Because JobXi lists roles from various employers across Charleston, WV, you might find opportunities in settings you hadn't considered before, from established fine dining to an ambitious new concept.

Schedule & Work Type

This is a full time, onsite position. Shifts are primarily evenings and weekends, with additional daytime hours for administrative work and menu development. Some flexibility may exist depending on the specific hiring establishment's operating hours.

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Equal Opportunity

The hiring employer provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of background.