Goodwin Recruiting
Fine Dining High Volume Executive Chef JN -112025-167392
Goodwin Recruiting, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Fine Dining High Volume Executive Chef JN -112025-167392 – Sonoma, CA (relocation required). A high-volume, well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Sonoma is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. This confidential role oversees 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. JOB ID : 167392 Elizabeth Wetherhold Location : Sonoma, CA – relocation to Sonoma, CA is required Executive Chef Summary
Lead all culinary operations for a high-volume fine dining restaurant. Maintain exceptional quality, inspire the team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Executive Chef Responsibilities
Lead all culinary operations across multiple kitchens Inspire, train, and mentor Sous Chefs and cooks Maintain food quality, cost controls, and kitchen systems Drive operational profitability and manage vendor accounts to ensure timely payments Develop staffing schedules and conduct staff reviews with written feedback Collaborate with FOH/BOH teams and maintain clear, proactive communication 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 Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary ($130K+ depending on experience) Bonus Benefits PTO About Goodwin Recruiting
We are committed to our core values and providing world-class customer service. We help clients navigate labor laws and ensure all viable candidates are considered and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet position requirements and aim to open doors and change lives. We value diversity and foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table.
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Fine Dining High Volume Executive Chef JN -112025-167392 – Sonoma, CA (relocation required). A high-volume, well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Sonoma is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. This confidential role oversees 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. JOB ID : 167392 Elizabeth Wetherhold Location : Sonoma, CA – relocation to Sonoma, CA is required Executive Chef Summary
Lead all culinary operations for a high-volume fine dining restaurant. Maintain exceptional quality, inspire the team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Executive Chef Responsibilities
Lead all culinary operations across multiple kitchens Inspire, train, and mentor Sous Chefs and cooks Maintain food quality, cost controls, and kitchen systems Drive operational profitability and manage vendor accounts to ensure timely payments Develop staffing schedules and conduct staff reviews with written feedback Collaborate with FOH/BOH teams and maintain clear, proactive communication 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 Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary ($130K+ depending on experience) Bonus Benefits PTO About Goodwin Recruiting
We are committed to our core values and providing world-class customer service. We help clients navigate labor laws and ensure all viable candidates are considered and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet position requirements and aim to open doors and change lives. We value diversity and foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table.
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