Executive Chef-Casual Dining
Goodwin Recruiting · goodwinrecruiting.com
Traverse CityMid level3+ yrsTemporary
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The job in short
Casual dining executive chef.
Details
- Found
- 6 d ago · posted 2026-10-19
- Location as listed
- Traverse City, Michigan
- Role
- Cook / Chef
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Executive Chef-Casual Dining
Join a respected hospitality group as an Executive Chef in a trendy, casual fine dining restaurant. This role offers an exciting chance to lead with autonomy over menu and recipe decisions while working within a stable company that values and supports its managers.
Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation
• Competitive starting salary with generous quarterly bonus opportunities
• Stable work environment focused on hospitality and team well-being
• Opportunity for hands-on leadership and creative input with menu development
Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications
• Minimum of 3+ years of kitchen management experience, or proven Sous Chef ready to advance
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume kitchen environment with $3–4+ million in annual sales
• Strong skills in managing all back-of-house operations, including food quality, customer service, scheduling, inventory, and purchasing
• Experience controlling costs effectively across varying seasonal sales volumes
• Willingness to work hands-on alongside a small, quality-focused team
• Commitment to collaborating with front-of-house staff and company leadership
Executive Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities
• Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain high standards of food quality and service
• Lead and develop a small kitchen team with a hands-on management style
• Manage scheduling, inventory, and purchasing to optimize cost control
• Collaborate closely with the front-of-house team and leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Exercise autonomy over menu planning and recipe execution to keep offerings fresh and appealing
JOB ID: 182644
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Eric Esterline
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