The Opportunity

A visionary Executive Chef is sought to lead the culinary team at a flagship fine dining destination in New York City’s cultural epicenter. Known for its refined approach to authentic Italian cuisine, this restaurant offers a dynamic, seasonally inspired menu that celebrates regional Italian traditions while allowing space for culinary creativity and innovation.

This role is for someone with deep passion for Italian cuisine, Michelin star background and life goals of achieving a star. Your understanding and experience of Itlian food is a must.

As Executive Chef, you will be entrusted with shaping the restaurant’s culinary identity, crafting exceptional guest experiences, and leading a passionate team in a high-performance environment. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned chef from the high-end dining world to make a lasting impact at one of New York’s premier fine dining establishments.

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $127,000 – $169,900 / year
• Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan with match, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and employee dining/hospitality discounts

What You’ll Do

• Lead, inspire, and develop kitchen and service teams to uphold the highest standards of excellence
• Design and execute seasonal menus reflecting authentic Italian culinary traditions, paired with creative innovation
• Manage recipe development, portioning, and preparation procedures within budgetary guidelines
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, food and labor cost management, and operational reporting
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Utilize financial acumen to manage P&L, budgets, and scheduling
• Foster a culture of mentorship, continuous improvement, and career development within the team

About You

• 10+ years of overall culinary experience in established restaurants or catering operations
• At least 5 years as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, fine dining, or luxury hospitality setting
• Deep knowledge and hands-on expertise in authentic Italian cuisine
• Culinary Arts degree or certification preferred; ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required
• Strong financial management skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems
• Proven leadership ability to coach, inspire, and manage teams effectively
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic, high-profile environment

Schedule

• Days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required