Confidential Search – Executive Chef | Dania Beach, FL A popular, high-volume coastal restaurant is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a vibrant waterfront setting. This role requires a hands-on leader who can oversee a busy scratch kitchen, develop a strong culinary team, and maintain exceptional standards for food quality, consistency, and execution. The ideal candidate brings strong seafood experience, financial discipline, and a passion for delivering outstanding dining experiences. Executive Chef Compensation and Benefits • Ability to lead the kitchen of a very popular property • Generous H/D/V packages • Great bonus potential • Stability and growth that comes with a multi-concept/multi-state group Executive Chef Requirements and Qualifications • 5+ years of culinary leadership experience, including Executive Chef • Strong background in high-volume, full-service restaurants with scratch-kitchen operations • Proven ability to recruit, train, coach, and develop high-performing culinary teams • Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen profitability Executive Chef Preferred Background and Skills • Experience in waterfront, seafood-focused, coastal, or upscale casual restaurant concepts • Strong knowledge of fresh seafood, proteins, sauces, and high-quality food preparation • Track record of maintaining food quality, presentation, and consistency during high-volume service • Hands-on leadership style with a focus on kitchen organization, accountability, food safety, and team development JOB ID: 182376 #post Ron Voncannon