Restaurant Chef

Restaurant Chef

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Salary: $100,000 - $105,000 + 10% Bonus + Benefits + PTO + Medical, Dental, Vision + 401(k) Plan with 4% Base Salary Match + Discounts on Stays & Dining + Relocation + Temporary Accommodation

I am hiring on behalf of a luxury hotel brand seeking a Restaurant Chef to lead the culinary operations of their celebrity chef partnership restaurant located on property.

This is a high-profile leadership opportunity within a flagship hotel environment, ideal for a driven culinary professional who thrives in elevated, guest-focused settings and is passionate about delivering refined, memorable dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead all back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentationPartner closely with the celebrity chef brand to maintain culinary standards and brand integrityOversee menu execution, seasonal updates, and cost control initiativesManage food cost, labor cost, and overall kitchen P&L performanceRecruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary teamEnsure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standardsCollaborate with hotel leadership on special events, activations, and VIP experiences

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Restaurant Chef within luxury hotels or high-end standalone restaurantsMichelin-starred restaurant experience is requiredStrong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and develop culinary teamsSolid financial acumen with experience managing food and labor costsPassion for elevated cuisine, guest experience, and operational excellence