Executive Chef –Upscale CaféConcept
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: $100, 000–$115, 000 Base + Bonus + Full Benefits
An established, high-volume upscale caféconcept is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations within a fast-paced scratch kitchen environment. This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef who thrives in the kitchen, leads from the front, and understands how to execute at a high level during busy services.
This is not an office job. The Executive Chef must be highly visible in daily operations, actively involved with the team, and capable of driving execution, quality, and consistency in a demanding high-volume environment.
Responsibilities
Lead all day-to-day back-of-house culinary operations
Oversee high-volume scratch kitchen production and execution
Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
Manage food cost, labor cost, inventory, and ordering systems
Hire, train, mentor, and develop BOH management and hourly team members
Work side-by-side with the kitchen team during service
Ensure sanitation, safety, and operational standards are consistently executed
Partner with ownership on menu development and operational improvements
Qualifications
5+ years of Executive Chef experience in high-volume upscale dining or caféconcepts
Strong scratch cooking background is required
Proven experience leading busy kitchen operations with strong systems and execution
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work the line and lead during peak volume
Strong financial acumen including labor and food cost management
Stable job history with progressive leadership growth
Passion for hospitality, team development, and operational excellence
Benefits
Performance Bonus
Medical Benefits
PTO
Growth Opportunity
Established and highly respected concept
Strong ownership support and long-term stability
This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef who enjoys being in the middle of the action, leading high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional scratch-driven food in a polished, high-volume environment.
#RIMUS
