Executive Chef

Drai’s Supper Club is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our high-performing, fine dining kitchen in the heart of Chelsea, NYC.

We are a modern French-American supper club with a focus on beautifully plated, refined dishes — including elevated signatures like our caviar pasta — served in a luxurious, jazz-filled dining room.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef who is confident, calm under pressure, and passionate about building systems, training staff, and maintaining consistency across 150+ covers per night.

Responsibilities include :

Leading and working on the line with a small, skilled team

Ensuring consistency and elegance across all dishes

Controlling food costs (target 30%) and minimizing waste

Managing inventory and ordering

Training staff and maintaining fine dining standards

Collaborating with FOH to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction

The ideal candidate :

Has a minimum of 2 years experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume fine dining restaurant

Leads with calm, confidence, and clear communication

Has a strong eye for detail and plate presentation

Is hands-on, adaptable, and guest-focused

Benefits (after 90 days) : Healthcare, Paid Vacation, Bonus

This is a chance to take full ownership of a top-tier kitchen and build something special.