High Volume Executive Chef at Goodwin Recruiting
Job Description
Job Description
A high-volume neighborhood restaurant in Philadelphia with a focus on American food traditions is seeking an Executive Chef to lead breakfast, lunch, and dinner operations. This role oversees three Sous Chefs and a team of cooks, ensuring consistency, creativity, and collaboration in a fast-paced kitchen. We’re looking for a calm, organized leader who communicates clearly, inspires their team, and leaves ego at the door.
Benefits & Compensation- Competitive salary
- Benefit Package
- 50–60 hour work week
- PTO
- Dining Discounts
- Proven experience managing a high-volume kitchen (200–800 covers daily)
- Ability to lead, train, and mentor Sous Chefs and cooks
- Strong organizational skills and experience with kitchen systems and vendor management
- Ability to maintain food costs
- Clear, proactive communicator with FOH/BOH teams
- Calm, collaborative leadership style under pressure
- Publish staff schedules 3 weeks in advance
- Conduct regular staff reviews with written feedback and recommendations
- Manage vendor accounts and ensure timely payments
- Experience in both casual and elevated dining environments
- Knowledge of American regional cuisines and traditions
- Strong financial and analytical skills
- Track record of building inclusive, collaborative kitchen cultures
- Ability to create and refine systems as the operation grows
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