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Fine Dining High Volume Executive Chef

Fine Dining High Volume Executive Chef

Goodwin RecruitingChicago, IL, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

THIS POSITION IS IN SONOMA, CA – RELOCATION TO SONOMA, CA IS REQUIRED

A high-volume, well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Sonoma is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. This confidential role will oversee multiple kitchens. We’re looking for a confident, organized leader with a fine dining background who can inspire their team, maintain exceptional quality, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is a career-defining opportunity for a chef with both vision and grit at a high-profile, well-reviewed restaurant in the heart of wine country, a platform where a talented, ambitious chef can build a name and lead a standout culinary team .

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary ($130K+ depending on experience)
  • Bonus
  • Benefits
  • PTO

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

  • Proven experience managing fine dining and high-volume kitchens (200–400+ covers nightly)
  • Experience overseeing multiple teams or kitchen locations
  • 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 and drive operational profitability
  • Clear, proactive communicator with FOH / BOH teams
  • Calm, collaborative leadership style under pressure
  • Experience creating staffing schedules and conducting staff reviews with written feedback
  • Ability to manage vendor accounts and ensure timely payments
  • Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience in elevated, seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine
  • Strong financial and analytical skills
  • Track record of building inclusive, collaborative kitchen cultures
  • Ability to streamline operations and consolidate teams for efficiency
  • Experience balancing creativity with operational execution at scale
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