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Executive Chef- Upscale Casual

USA, Southaven 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 09, 2026
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Executive Chef | High-Volume | Memphis, TN Metro The Opportunity Join a premier, quality-driven hospitality group with 70 locations and growing as the Executive Chef for our high-volume, upscale casual concept in the Memphis, TN market. We are seeking a disciplined culinary leader to oversee a sophisticated scratch-kitchen and steakhouse operation. This role is designed for a hands-on professional who thrives in a structured, corporate environment and excels at mentoring high-performing teams.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and motivate the BOH team while overseeing all kitchen operations and production
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and developing a cohesive team with a focus on retention
  • Manage ordering and bi-weekly inventory with precision to meet financial targets
  • Maintain high organizational and cleanliness standards to ensure total food safety and brand consistency

Requirements

  • 2+ years of current experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume ($5M+), full-service corporate restaurant system
  • Expert butchering skills are required. You must be proficient in hand-cutting aged steaks and fresh seafood daily
  • Expert-level execution in a scratch kitchen following standardized recipes
  • this is an operational leadership role rather than a creative/experimental position
  • Deep knowledge of P&L management, food cost (COGS), and labor optimization
  • Strong professional stability with minimal job changes over the last five years
  • Experience in concepts such as Bonefish Grill, Cheesecake Factory, or similar upscale-casual corporate environments

What we offer

  • Uncapped Bonus: Performance-based profit-sharing structure paid every 4 weeks ($15K–$20K+ annually)
  • 3 weeks PTO in year one
  • 4 weeks after five years
  • 401(k) with discretionary company match. (3% or more)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
  • early closure on Christmas Eve
  • 10-week intensive paid training program (accommodations covered)
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