D.L. Mack's
Executive Chef for Vandelay Hospitality Group
About Vandelay Hospitality Group
For over a decade, Vandelay Hospitality Group has defined what it means to deliver iconic, enduring hospitality experiences. With a growing portfolio of distinctive brands and markets nationwide, we are driven by a passion for craftsmanship, connection, and the pursuit of excellence. Every Vandelay concept celebrates the spirit of American dining: timeless spaces, genuine warmth, and an uncompromising commitment to quality that leaves a lasting impression on every guest who walks through our doors.
About the Opportunity As an Executive Chef with Vandelay Hospitality Group, you’ll play a defining role in bringing our culinary vision to life each day. This is more than running a kitchen; it’s an opportunity to shape culture, elevate standards, and create experiences that reflect the heart of our brand. You’ll lead a talented culinary team with purpose and authenticity, oversee kitchen operations with precision, and uphold the excellence that distinguishes Vandelay in every detail of food quality, presentation, and execution.
What truly sets Vandelay apart is our dedication to growth. Both for our company and for our people. We are expanding across markets nationwide, creating meaningful pathways for advancement and culinary development at every level. Executive Chefs are given the tools, mentorship, and visibility to build long‑term careers within an organization that rewards initiative, craftsmanship, and a deep passion for hospitality.
In this role, you will guide menu execution, drive operational performance, mentor emerging leaders, and contribute to a kitchen culture defined by teamwork, consistency, and pride. This is a chance to make a lasting impact on each guest’s experience while growing within a group that values your talent, your leadership, and your commitment to the craft.
Core Responsibilities
Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations and showing a genuine love for the art of hospitality
Embody Vandelay Hospitality Group’s standards of excellence with a high‑energy, service‑oriented attitude and inspire your team to do the same
Engage culinary team members through proactive recruiting, hiring, coaching, training and continuous development efforts
Display financial skills by summarizing and analyzing information for budgeting revenues and expenses; measuring costs of products, services or other cost objectives
Exhibit our core values through creating innovative improvements and collaborating with others while being accountable for measurable, high‑quality and timely results
Respond to guest concerns, both written and verbal with the ability to creatively solve problems and develop robust solutions
Run pre‑shift meetings and update the team on any key business updates
Assist with weekly staff schedules in coordination with the General Manager
Order goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products as needed while controlling operational costs and monitoring departmental budget
Ensure established standards for food safety, sanitation and quality are maintained
Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to company recipes, portioning, cooking and Vandelay Hospitality Group’s serving standards
Ensure all reports, documentation and other information required by our corporate office are submitted in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure adherence to all local, state and federal laws and regulations
Take action based on guest reviews and feedback standards and protocols
Attend and participate in Manager meetings as scheduled
Lead weekly manager meetings to communicate informational updates and build a cohesive management through proactive communication
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management or similar field of study strongly preferred
2+ years of full service restaurant Executive Chef experience strongly preferred
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
Trustworthy, detail‑obsessed and open to constructive feedback
Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal
Perks
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
Paid Time Off
Dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
Professional development and career growth
Robust Training program
All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July so our team can celebrate with their friends and family
A collaborative, uplifting culture where we take care of our guests by taking care of our people first
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work standing and walking for extended periods of time
Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.
Compensation: Competitive salary
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About the Opportunity As an Executive Chef with Vandelay Hospitality Group, you’ll play a defining role in bringing our culinary vision to life each day. This is more than running a kitchen; it’s an opportunity to shape culture, elevate standards, and create experiences that reflect the heart of our brand. You’ll lead a talented culinary team with purpose and authenticity, oversee kitchen operations with precision, and uphold the excellence that distinguishes Vandelay in every detail of food quality, presentation, and execution.
What truly sets Vandelay apart is our dedication to growth. Both for our company and for our people. We are expanding across markets nationwide, creating meaningful pathways for advancement and culinary development at every level. Executive Chefs are given the tools, mentorship, and visibility to build long‑term careers within an organization that rewards initiative, craftsmanship, and a deep passion for hospitality.
In this role, you will guide menu execution, drive operational performance, mentor emerging leaders, and contribute to a kitchen culture defined by teamwork, consistency, and pride. This is a chance to make a lasting impact on each guest’s experience while growing within a group that values your talent, your leadership, and your commitment to the craft.
Core Responsibilities
Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations and showing a genuine love for the art of hospitality
Embody Vandelay Hospitality Group’s standards of excellence with a high‑energy, service‑oriented attitude and inspire your team to do the same
Engage culinary team members through proactive recruiting, hiring, coaching, training and continuous development efforts
Display financial skills by summarizing and analyzing information for budgeting revenues and expenses; measuring costs of products, services or other cost objectives
Exhibit our core values through creating innovative improvements and collaborating with others while being accountable for measurable, high‑quality and timely results
Respond to guest concerns, both written and verbal with the ability to creatively solve problems and develop robust solutions
Run pre‑shift meetings and update the team on any key business updates
Assist with weekly staff schedules in coordination with the General Manager
Order goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products as needed while controlling operational costs and monitoring departmental budget
Ensure established standards for food safety, sanitation and quality are maintained
Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to company recipes, portioning, cooking and Vandelay Hospitality Group’s serving standards
Ensure all reports, documentation and other information required by our corporate office are submitted in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure adherence to all local, state and federal laws and regulations
Take action based on guest reviews and feedback standards and protocols
Attend and participate in Manager meetings as scheduled
Lead weekly manager meetings to communicate informational updates and build a cohesive management through proactive communication
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management or similar field of study strongly preferred
2+ years of full service restaurant Executive Chef experience strongly preferred
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
Trustworthy, detail‑obsessed and open to constructive feedback
Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal
Perks
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
Paid Time Off
Dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
Professional development and career growth
Robust Training program
All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July so our team can celebrate with their friends and family
A collaborative, uplifting culture where we take care of our guests by taking care of our people first
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work standing and walking for extended periods of time
Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.
Compensation: Competitive salary
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