Executive Chef

Position Title: Executive Chef

Pay 14

Reports To:

Salary: $115,000 - $125,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan

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Job Summary

As the Executive Chef at Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi , you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring flawless execution of Tatiana’s acclaimed dishes while maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary work environment. This role is focused on precision, consistency, and leadership, not menu creation, and is ideal for a driven, hands-on culinary professional who thrives in high-volume, upscale dining.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation are followed to the letter.
• Lead, coach, and develop all back-of-house staff in food preparation, safe handling, sanitation, and equipment operation.
• Manage prep, plating, and line flow for seamless service during lunch, dinner, and special events.
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls, ensuring product availability while staying within established guidelines.
• Maintain strict compliance with health, sanitation, and safety standards, as validated by inspections and audits.
• Establish and oversee cleaning, maintenance, and production schedules to keep all kitchen areas organized and inspection-ready.
• Make operational decisions on product usage, including the responsible handling of leftovers per company policy.
• Collaborate closely with front-of-house leadership to deliver smooth, coordinated guest experiences.
• Attend departmental meetings and participate in ongoing staff development and training programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience, with 5+ years in progressive culinary leadership, ideally in upscale or fine dining.
• Hands-on experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations; extensive catering experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, cost controls, and production systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and basic kitchen management technology.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).
• A collaborative, organized leader with a proven track record of driving consistency and team performance.

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Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

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