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Goodwin Recruiting

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL

$90K - $95K/yr

One of the area's fastest-growing Restaurant Groups is seeking a qualified, professional Executive Chef for an immediate opening. This is an AMAZING opportunity for a chef who wants to flex their ...

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Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

Seeking a modern executive chef for award winning restaurant who has a passion for culinary arts ... sanitary work area at all times Keep the work area fresh all through the shift Make sure all ...

Unspecified (Tampa)

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

Seeking a modern executive chef for award winning restaurant who has a passion for culinary arts ... sanitary work area at all times Keep the work area fresh all through the shift Make sure all ...

Gecko Hospitality (Brian Blum)

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Executive Chef

Wellesley, MA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

... Boston area. This award-winning concept has built a devoted following through its unwavering ... Executive Chef | Wellesley, MA Are you an Executive Chef or a high-volume Kitchen Manager ready to ...

Gecko Hospitality

Executive Chef

Wellesley, MA

$90K - $110K/yr

... Boston area. This award-winning concept has built a devoted following through its unwavering ... Executive Chef | Wellesley, MA Are you an Executive Chef or a high-volume Kitchen Manager ready to ...

Yardbird Los Angeles

Executive Chef

Los Angeles, CA

$77K - $106K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the daily culinary operations of our restaurant ... Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Blue Hill Country Club

Executive Chef

Canton, MA

$110K - $120K/yr

Executive Chef position: Blue Hill Country Club, is recruiting for an Executive Chef. The Executive ... Boston area. Blue Hill Country Club is proud to embrace it's history hosting the 1956 PGA ...

Yardbird Miami

Executive Chef

Miami Beach, FL

$70K - $97K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the daily culinary operations of our restaurant ... Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Yardbird

Executive Chef

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the daily culinary operations of our restaurant ... Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Yardbird

Executive Chef

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$77K - $106K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the daily culinary operations of our restaurant ... Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Elior North America

Executive Chef

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$65K/yr

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated executive chef for our Lancer Hospitality team in the Twin Cities area. As an executive chef, you will have the opportunity to prepare innovative ...

Yardbird Los Angeles

Executive Chef

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$77K - $106K/yr

Executive Chef Reports to: Brand Corporate Executive Chef Key Relationships: Guests, Kitchen Staff ... Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Yardbird Miami

Executive Chef

Miami Beach, FL

$70K - $97K/yr

Executive Chef Reports to: Brand Corporate Executive Chef Key Relationships: Guests, Kitchen Staff ... Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Redd Hospitality

Executive Chef

South Burlington, VT

$71K - $98K/yr

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to health and safety standards. Qualifications * Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar role within the hospitality ...

Kings Bowl of Rosemont

Executive Chef

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all state and local regulations. Executive Chef Requirements: * At least 5 years of Culinary Management experience, with at ...

Sandia Vista Senior Living

Executive Chef

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$70K/yr

Executive Chef - Large Senior Living Community We are looking to hire a commendable executive chef ... Clean and supervise the cleaning of the overall work area, equipment and utensils, and maintains ...

Lancer-Hospitality

Executive Chef

Saint Paul, MN

$65K/yr

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated executive chef for our Lancer Hospitality team in the Twin Cities area. As an executive chef, you will have the opportunity to prepare innovative ...

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How much do area executive chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for area executive chef in the United States is $86,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Area Executive Chef vs Executive Sous Chef?

AspectArea Executive ChefExecutive Sous Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experience, leadership skillsCulinary degree, significant kitchen experience, leadership skills
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple restaurant locations or large kitchens within a regionSupports head chef in a single restaurant or kitchen
Employer & IndustryHospitality, hotel chains, restaurant groupsHotels, restaurants, catering services
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding regional culinary leadership rolesUnderstanding senior kitchen support roles

The Area Executive Chef manages multiple locations or large kitchens within a region, focusing on operational oversight and culinary standards. In contrast, the Executive Sous Chef supports the head chef in a single restaurant or kitchen, handling daily kitchen operations. Both roles require culinary credentials and leadership skills, but the Area Executive Chef has broader regional responsibilities, while the Executive Sous Chef focuses on a specific establishment.

How does an Area Executive Chef typically manage multiple kitchen teams across different locations?

An Area Executive Chef oversees culinary operations for several venues, requiring excellent organizational and leadership skills. They regularly visit each site to ensure consistency in food quality, safety, and presentation standards, and often coordinate menu development and staff training across locations. Effective communication and delegation are key, as the chef must empower onsite kitchen managers while providing guidance and support. Balancing hands-on involvement with strategic oversight is a common challenge in this role.

What are Area Executive Chefs?

Area Executive Chefs are senior culinary professionals responsible for overseeing the kitchens and culinary operations of multiple restaurants, hotels, or food service establishments within a specific geographic area. They manage and mentor head chefs, develop menus, ensure food quality and safety standards, and control costs across all locations under their supervision. Area Executive Chefs also collaborate with management to implement brand standards and drive culinary innovation, often traveling between sites to maintain consistency and high performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Area Executive Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Area Executive Chef, you need advanced culinary expertise, menu development skills, and proven experience in food service management, typically supported by a culinary degree or equivalent professional background. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and inventory management systems is essential. Leadership, creativity, and strong communication are crucial soft skills for overseeing multiple kitchens, inspiring teams, and ensuring consistent quality. These competencies are vital to maintaining operational excellence, brand consistency, and customer satisfaction across all locations.
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Infographic showing various Area Executive Chef job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.
Executive Chef - Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge and Resort - Exempt

Executive Chef - Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge and Resort - Exempt

Herschend Family Entertainment

Mountain City, TN • On-site

$56K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating! We are seeking a Executive Chef who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together while caring deeply about our brand.
We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. The ideal Executive Chef will be equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator.
In this role, you will be accountable for the overall success of the culinary operations for Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort. Leading the team and managing all the culinary related functions of our $10M in revenue business boasting 26,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space is something you love to do. While performing your role, you consistently demonstrate your food and beverage talents and share your expansive knowledge. Providing growth and learning for our hosts who will enjoy your mentoring manner and expansive experience is at the heart everything you do. Continually improving guest satisfaction through extraordinary food and beverage experiences (measured by Net Promotor Score) while optimizing the financial results of the enterprise will be a core daily function. As a core pillar of our Dollywood Park & Resorts brand strategy, you will constantly seek to improve our guest recognition of our food and beverage offerings and continue to produce offerings that would be expected of a World Class theme park resort.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated and accountable.
Summary of Essential Functions & Responsibilities
  • Provide culinary oversight for Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort
  • Establish all food product specs and verify accuracy of all period-end food inventories
  • Build strong internal and external relationships and ability to collaborate with Area Executive Chef, Property Support Center, Dollywood, other Herschend Family Entertainment properties, vendors, sponsors and partner teams to ensure company expectations are achieved
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of current trends in the food and beverage industry. Champions the development and implementation of new and creative food concepts that keep pace with or lead business and industry trends
  • Responsible for menu concept, development/engineering process in partnership with Area Executive Chef and Area Director of Food and Beverage and key stakeholders, i.e. consultants, corporate F&B leadership, VP Hospitality Operations, and General Manager
  • Develop concept, brand and cost appropriate menus to be used across the numerous dining outlets
  • Coordinate the activities of all kitchen personnel and stations as they pertain to daily cuisine preparation, production, presentation, timely execution and storage of all products and supplies
  • Execute, supervise, and coordinate the production of all food according to recipe/menu specifications
  • Maintain product, presentation and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations
  • Ensure back-of-house management software (CrunchTime) is used effectively
  • Work closely with Property Support Center procurement leadership and approved vendors to ensure efficient and accurate projections and orders are being placed for the right products at the right time and all procurement policies and procedures are followed
  • Initiate and oversee all ordering of food and kitchen supplies
  • Initiate and maintain strong trust, respect, and confidence with peers, co-workers, and direct reports
  • Adhere to all Dollywood's culinary safety standards and leadership while partnering with Area Director of Safety and Security
  • Implement procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and monitors food safety programs for all food service locations, including banquet/catering spaces
  • Complete internal monthly, quarterly, and annual safety reviews and post-visit Steritech audits to show continuous improvement
  • Check physical cleanliness of operations and ensure all staff practice "clean as you go" techniques
  • Ensure proper working order and maintenance of all equipment. Inspect ovens, burners, water faucets, and refrigeration. Report deficiencies to Engineering Department
  • Monitor administrative work of direct reports for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all safety and sanitation policies and procedures
  • Ensure a positive work environment for all Hosts and high levels of engagement and job satisfaction
  • Focus on key attributes that drive Net Promoter Score (NPS)
  • Responsible for culinary P&L results
  • Responsible for preparation of accurately forecasted and appropriately costed weekly work schedules
  • Ensure staffing levels are appropriate to deliver high quality food products in a timely fashion in order to meet or exceed guest expectations
  • Ensure Sous Chefs are empowered to adjust according to business levels and conditions
  • Ensure accuracy of payroll
  • Develop and execute action plans to address business shortfalls
  • Ensure implementation, enforcement, and adherence to all department and property policies and procedures
  • Partner with the Human Resources Talent Acquisition team and Human Resources Business Partner for staff recruiting, interviewing, and hiring
  • Manage performance of direct reports (hourly and exempt) by leading, motivating, mentoring, coaching, and providing performance feedback; work collaboratively with them to design professional development plans that support their continuous learning
  • Responsible for effective host training programs promoting growth and strong "bench" development in all areas of responsibility
  • Conduct regular on-the-job training and coaching sessions to ensure that team members can perform their duties correctly; ensures that team members also receive training through Training and Development
  • Provide fair and consistent delivery of positive discipline
  • May perform any duties in the kitchen as needed and support campus needs as required
  • Certified through ServSafe Food Protection Manager and Allertrain Allergen Awareness
  • Participate in the resorts' Manager on Duty program

Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time.
Education and Experience Required
  • Five (5) years of successful employment experience working as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a high-volume, high-end resort/hotel of 200+ rooms with multiple outlets and banquet/catering space
  • Two (2) or more years of successful employment experience working as banquet chef in medium to high volume high-end resort property is required
  • Six (6) years of high volume culinary supervisory experience of more than 30 BOH staff is required
  • Bachelors or Associates Culinary degree or ACF certification is highly preferred
  • Valid ServSafe Food Protection Manager and Allertrain Allergen Awareness Certification is required or ability to obtain
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software, especially word processing and spreadsheet applications is required
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Diverse F&B inventory management software knowledge highly preferred
  • Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of background screening which includes criminal history and motor vehicle record check
  • Ability to safely operate company vehicles according to company policies. Must have valid driver's license, proof of auto liability insurance and acceptable motor vehicle driving record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees
  • Must be self-motivated and disciplined
  • Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
  • Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
  • Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene
  • Must be productive in a fast-paced environment
  • Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
  • Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills
  • Must be able to communicate effectively using approved communication methods
  • Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and deliver projects ahead of schedule, fostering open communication and mutual support to achieve shared goals
  • Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests
  • Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities
  • Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
  • Able to communicate effectively using approved communication methods
  • Able to meet the physical demands of the job
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide with accuracy

Physical Requirements | Environmental Conditions
  • Lifting and Carrying: Position may require occasional to frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs utilizing company's safety guidelines for safe lifting
  • Mobility: Position may require intermittent to prolonged sitting, standing and/or walking for duration of shift, up to 13 hours
  • Repetitive Movements: This position may require performing repetitive movements and tasks throughout the shift, including repeated use of hands, arms or other body parts as part of typical job functions
  • Environmental Conditions: This position requires the ability to perform work tasks in varying weather conditions to include extreme cold and heat
  • Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: This position requires strong cognitive skills, including the ability to think critically, solve problems, process and retain information, have attention to detail and communicate effectively using approved communication methods
  • Able to meet the physical demands of the job

The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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