Executive Chef

Benefits Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Department: Culinary / BOH Operations Reports To: Director of Operations/Ownership

Location: Clive Collective Pay: $90k to $115 DOE

Job Summary The Executive Chef is the senior culinary leader responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, culinary execution, and food-related standards at a Clive Collective restaurant. This role requires a creative yet disciplined leader who can balance culinary excellence with cost control, consistency, team development, and operational efficiency. The Executive Chef will set the culinary tone for the restaurant while aligning with Clive Collective’s brand identity, financial goals, and guest experience standards.

The Executive Chef may be assigned to an existing or future Clive Collective location based on company needs.

Core Responsibilities Culinary Leadership & Vision

Establish and maintain culinary standards that reflect the brand and concept

Develop, test, and implement seasonal menus and features

Maintain recipe accuracy, presentation standards, and flavor consistency

Work in collaboration with Ownership and Operations on concept evolution

Ensure every dish meets Clive Collective quality expectations

Kitchen Operations & Execution Oversee daily BOH operations: prep, line, expo, and sanitation

Create and manage prep systems, station organization, and kitchen flow

Ensure adherence to health department and safety regulations

Monitor food handling, storage, rotation, and labeling standards

Maintain accurate recipe costing and portion control

Oversee equipment care, maintenance, and cleanliness

Financial & Inventory Management Manage food cost, waste, ordering, and inventory accuracy

Develop and maintain par levels for all food items

Schedule BOH labor in alignment with business levels

Monitor usage, spoilage, and overproduction

Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting

Team Leadership & Development Hire, train, develop, and retain BOH team members

Conduct performance reviews and coaching sessions

Implement consistent training standards for all BOH positions

Brand Representation & Standards Act as an ambassador of the culinary brand internally and externally

Support marketing initiatives, tastings, events, and partnerships

Required Qualifications 3-5+ years as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, full-service restaurant

Strong leadership and staff development experience

Solid understanding of food costing and inventory management

Proven ability to build, lead, and retain a high-performing BOH team

Experience with seasonal menu development

Knowledge of health and food safety regulations

Schedule & Work Environment Full-time, on-site, flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

Hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced environment

May require travel to support additional Clive Collective locations or openings

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