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Oak Woods Manor Senior Living

Executive Chef

La Porte, IN · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

The Executive Chef is also responsible for leading the culinary team in day-to-day operation. Do You Have What It Takes? * A fire and passion for working with seniors * A flexible, fun, and energetic ...

Cobalt Smoke & Sea

Executive Chef

Creve Coeur, MO · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Help establish culinary-school relationships, internships, and apprenticeship opportunities What Success Looks Like During the first 90 days, the Executive Chef will be expected to: * Learn the ...

Cobalt Smoke & Sea

Executive Chef

Creve Coeur, MO · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Help establish culinary-school relationships, internships, and apprenticeship opportunities What Success Looks Like During the first 90 days, the Executive Chef will be expected to: * Learn the ...

Metz Culinary Management

Executive Chef

Allentown, PA · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

Our Executive Chef must have a mentoring management style creating a culture of fun, creativity and ... every day to our Team Members creating an environment for personal growth, enrichment and career ...

Coma Coffee Roasters

Executive Chef

Creve Coeur, MO · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Help establish culinary-school relationships, internships, and apprenticeship opportunities What Success Looks Like During the first 90 days, the Executive Chef will be expected to: * Learn the ...

Sushi-San

Executive Chef

Nashville, TN

$70K - $100K/yr

EXECUTIVE CHEF! Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Chef with 5+ years of ... Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation * 401(k) * Blue Cross Blue Shield ...

Shaw's Crab House

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL

$70K - $100K/yr

Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation * 401(k) * Blue Cross Blue Shield ... Executive Chef experience in a full-service restaurant * Ability to lead and develop teams

Piatti Mill Valley

Executive Chef

Mill Valley, CA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Executive Chef - Piatti Mill Valley Compensation: $110,000-$120,000 annually Candidates should have ... The soul of the menu is our house-made pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand every day. Piatti ...

Old Town Pub

Executive Chef

Bordentown, NJ · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY AS OUR EXECUTIVE CHEFAs you step into the bustling kitchen as our Executive Chef, the aromas of fresh ingredients greet you. You immediately take charge of overseeing the food ...

Sushi-San

Executive Chef

Nashville, TN · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

EXECUTIVE CHEF! Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Chef with 5+ years of ... Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation * 401(k) * Blue Cross Blue Shield ...

Cecilia

Executive Chef

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Vision insurance Executive Chef -- Cecilia, Vancouver WA Salaried: $85,000 - $100,000 DOE We're ... day service, and brings strong leadership, clean systems, and steady execution to the kitchen.

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

Silvis, IL · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Silvis Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single ...

Laurus Home Care

Executive Chef

Grove City, OH

$67K - $92K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Grove City Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single ...

StoryPoint Group

Executive Chef

Powell, OH · On-site

$68K - $93K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Powell North Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single ...

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 ... And makes sure all are maintained at the beginning and end of every day/night. This person will be ...

StoryPoint

Executive Chef

Powell, OH · On-site

$68K - $93K/yr

Executive Chef StoryPoint Powell North Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the ... Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single ...

Independence Village

Executive Chef

Oxford, MI · On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

Executive Chef Independence Village Waterstone Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible ... Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for day 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 Day Executive Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectDay Executive ChefSous Chef
Credentials Culinary degree, leadership experience Culinary training, experience in kitchen
Work Environment Overseeing kitchen operations, managing staff Assisting head chef, supervising kitchen staff
Employer & Industry Usage Hotels, restaurants, catering Restaurants, hotels, culinary establishments
Search & Comparison Intent Understanding leadership roles in kitchens Learning about kitchen hierarchy and roles

The Day Executive Chef is responsible for managing the entire kitchen operation during the day, including staff supervision and menu planning. The Sous Chef assists the executive chef, focusing on daily kitchen tasks and supporting kitchen management. While both roles require culinary skills, the executive chef holds a leadership position, whereas the sous chef is more hands-on with food preparation and team support.

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Infographic showing various Day Executive Chef job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Executive Chef

Warrenton, OR • On-site

Hospitality Management Corporation
Traveler Accommodation • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$67K - $92K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Hospitality Management Corporation is seeking an experienced, creative, and hands-on Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation of an exciting new 5,000-square-foot, free-standing restaurant opening in Warrenton, Oregon in Q1 2027.
This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished Executive Chef or strong Sous Chef to join the leadership team before opening and help build the restaurant's culinary program from the ground up.
The restaurant will feature a locally inspired Pacific Northwest menu with a strong barbecue influence, showcasing regional ingredients, local seafood and produce, along with expertly prepared smoked and grilled meats.
The Executive Chef will play a significant role in final menu development, recipe creation and costing, vendor selection, kitchen organization, recruitment and training of the culinary team, and establishment of the standards and culture that will define the restaurant.
We are looking for more than someone to operate a kitchen. We are looking for a Chef who wants to build one.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Chef will have overall responsibility for the culinary operation, including food quality, menu execution, kitchen staffing, food cost, purchasing, sanitation, training, and consistency.
We are looking for a chef who is equally comfortable leading a kitchen, developing people, controlling costs, and working the line when necessary. The successful candidate will understand that outstanding food and strong financial performance go hand in hand.
As part of the restaurant's opening leadership team, the Executive Chef will participate extensively in pre-opening activities, including kitchen organization, vendor relationships, recipe development and costing, operating procedures, hiring, training, and establishing standards for the culinary team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead all day-to-day culinary and back-of-house operations.
  • Assist in the development and refinement of a locally inspired menu featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine and barbecue.
  • Establish consistent recipes, preparation procedures, presentation standards, and portion controls.
  • Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and develop the culinary team.
  • Create a positive, professional kitchen culture built around teamwork, accountability, quality, and respect.
  • Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, taste, presentation, and consistency.
  • Manage food and labor costs to established budget and profitability expectations.
  • Monitor purchasing, receiving, inventory levels, product rotation, waste, and portion control.
  • Develop strong relationships with local and regional suppliers and identify opportunities to utilize quality local products.
  • Maintain the highest standards of sanitation, cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate preventative maintenance and repair needs.
  • Work closely with restaurant management to drive guest satisfaction, repeat business, and overall restaurant profitability.
  • Participate actively in restaurant promotions, seasonal menu development, special events, and community opportunities.
  • Lead by example and maintain a visible, hands-on presence in the kitchen.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
  • Previous experience as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef in a free-standing restaurant environment.
  • Demonstrated experience leading a high-quality, high-volume culinary operation.
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, purchasing, inventory management, and food cost controls.
  • Proven ability to recruit, train, motivate, and retain a strong culinary team.
  • Experience managing labor and scheduling within established financial parameters.
  • Strong knowledge of sanitation, food safety, and health department requirements.
  • Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred:
  • Experience with barbecue, smoking, grilling, or live-fire cooking.
  • Experience working with locally sourced seafood, meats, produce, and other regional ingredients.
  • Previous restaurant opening or significant restaurant repositioning experience.
  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training.
  • Knowledge of the Pacific Northwest culinary market and regional cuisine.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a chef first and an administrator second. We are looking for someone who enjoys being in the kitchen, developing food, teaching team members, and interacting with restaurant leadership and guests.
This individual should have the creativity to help establish a distinctive local restaurant while also possessing the discipline to manage recipes, portions, purchasing, labor, food costs, cleanliness, and profitability.
Most importantly, we are looking for a leader who wants to build something special from the beginning and take ownership of the culinary reputation of the restaurant.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Competitive base salary of $85,000-$95,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity.
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. HMC recognizes that the right culinary leader may currently reside outside the Oregon Coast market and is prepared to assist with reasonable relocation expenses for the successful candidate.
  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Professional growth and advancement opportunities with Hospitality Management Corporation.

Hospitality Management Corporation believes our strongest asset is our people. We seek hospitality professionals who demonstrate integrity, accountability, a commitment to service, and a desire to grow professionally.
This position represents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Executive Chef or accomplished Sous Chef ready to take the next step in their career and put their personal stamp on a brand-new restaurant on Oregon's North Coast.
HMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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