Sr. Executive Chef

• Set, enforce, and continuously improve standards of operation across multiple kitchen environments, service formats, and 6+ outlets

• Lead food safety, workplace safety, sanitation, allergen control, and Department of Health readiness in all food services areas; maintain audit-ready operations

• Hire, train, mentor, schedule, and develop culinary and kitchen support staff (teams of 80+); oversee performance management and disciplinary decisions; build high-performing teams

• Coordinate successful openings of new outlets, services, break rooms, and renovations; support multi-site consistency and scale

• Own financial planning, inventory, purchasing, vendor management, and cost-per-head / food & labor cost targets; manage dynamic culinary operations exceeding $40 million annualized

• Create and evolve innovative, seasonal, high-volume menus (including grab-and-go, plated, buffet, and catering); establish presentation, dietary, and quality standards

• Plan and execute catering for launches, VIP visits, all-hands, and special events; support employee engagement activities

• Collaborate with Facilities, HR, and site leadership on operations, events, equipment, and workforce support (including surge and 24/7 needs)

• Drive waste reduction, sustainability practices, and continuous improvement where practical

• Support or contribute to spaceflight food R&D as applicable

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• Culinary degree and 10+ years of progressive industry experience (including kitchen leadership); or 12+ years of industry experience in lieu of a degree

• Culinary arts degree or bachelor's in food service/hospitality management

• Experience managing dynamic culinary operations exceeding $40 million annualized with 6+ outlets

• Experience in multi-outlet resorts, hotels, large private clubs, and/or elevated food services operations

• Demonstrated experience leading teams of 80+ and managing kitchen operations at scale

• Strong financial acumen (costing, inventory, P&L, vendor contracts)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and inventory/POS or kitchen management software

• Experience in a corporate, tech, aerospace, or high-tempo industrial environment

• Experience with high-volume/batch cooking, catering, and diverse dietary needs (allergens, religious, vegetarian, etc.)

• Advanced knowledge of kitchen equipment, HACCP, and safe kitchen operations

• Excellent written and verbal communication; proven ability to train, motivate, and develop large teams

• Experience with kitchen/dining renovations or new outlet openings

• Ability to carry large/heavy items unassisted (up to 25 lbs.), such as dishes in tubs or trays

• Must have or be able to obtain a ServSafe (or equivalent state-recognized) manager-level food handler certification

• Able to stand for long periods (up to 8+ hours) and perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting

• Must be able to work weekends and surge events as needed to support 24/7 operations

• Must participate in internal leadership and development training

• Must be willing to travel occasionally (multi-site support)

• Must be willing to work extended hours

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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