Brand Executive Chef

We are seeking a Brand Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and operations of a growing upper casual restaurant brand. With multiple outlets and expansion plans, this role is key to ensuring culinary consistency, innovation, and brand integrity at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead culinary operations across all outlets, ensuring consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation in line with brand standards.
• Develop and execute new menu items and seasonal offerings aligned with brand identity and customer preferences.
• Oversee kitchen SOPs, hygiene, and health & safety compliance across all locations.
• Manage and mentor kitchen leadership teams to maintain high standards and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including operations, marketing, and supply chain to support rollouts and campaigns.
• Implement systems and controls to manage food cost, inventory, and waste.
• Ensure culinary innovation supports the brand's growth and relevance in a competitive market.
• Drive training programs to upskill teams and enhance culinary performance.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in managing large scale culinary operations within multi outlet or multi site restaurant environments.
• Strong understanding of upper casual dining concepts and guest expectations.
• Deep knowledge of kitchen systems, menu development, cost controls, and team management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.
• Ability to scale culinary consistency and creativity across multiple units.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or related field preferred.

Job Details:

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full time
• Job function: Management
• Industries: Restaurants

Please note, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted to discuss the position in more detail.