Welcome to Our Executive Chef Jobs Category

As an Executive Chef, you'll be in charge of all the culinary aspects of a restaurant or hotel. The role requires excellent leadership skills, as you'll be leading the kitchen staff, and extraordinary creativity to consistently develop new dishes that'll wow the guests.

What Does an Executive Chef Do?

An Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire operations of the kitchen. This involves menu planning, ensuring food quality, and managing kitchen staff. In many ways, an Executive Chef is like the conductor of an orchestra, bringing all parts together to create culinary masterpieces.

The Right Path for You

Are you ready for a fulfilling career as an Executive Chef with $100k+ salaries? Browse through our top-tier job openings and find the perfect fit to bring your culinary dreams to reality.

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$100K - $110K *

Oversee daily kitchen operations while leading a dynamic culinary team to ensure excellence in food preparation and presentation, maintenance of health standards, and effective inventory management in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in strategic facilities management to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations across multi-site restaurant locations, driving asset performance and operational excellence thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Innovate and lead culinary research to develop recipes and products, merging artistry with strategy. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance culinary offerings and meet market trends while ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $95K *

Optimize guest experiences while managing operations and finances. Lead, develop teams, and ensure brand standards in a high-volume environment, embodying hospitality excellence and responsibility in...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $180K *

Develop and optimize innovative culinary concepts, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance menu offerings. Lead product testing, analyze market trends, and ensure quality execution, while managing...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $180K *

Empower culinary creativity and innovation by leading menu development, testing, and launch processes. Collaborate across functions to enhance brand relevance, utilizing consumer insights to align pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$200K - $275K *

Engage clients effectively to drive retention and growth within the Strategic Alliance Group. Collaborate with operations to deliver exceptional service, manage territories, and support strategic nego...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $160K *

Manage and optimize strategic partnerships in health and wellness sectors, driving go-to-market strategies, relationship management, product integration, and partner insights to enhance product experi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading revenue growth and strategic execution within the On-Premise channel. Collaborate with national and regional partners to ensure brand visibility and market leadership throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $304K *

Drive product strategy and innovation for the Kitchen Display System, enhancing kitchen workflows and AI integration while shaping a data-driven future for restaurant operations across various segment...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $150K *

Drive growth by developing strategic business plans and maintaining client relationships. Engage diverse stakeholders to create tailored solutions and maximize opportunities in the higher education di...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $85K *

Unlock potential by leading culinary excellence in remote lodges, enhancing team capabilities, maintaining food quality standards, and fostering customer relationships. Join us to innovate and deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $230K *

Reimagine strategic leadership as you partner with the CBO to drive commercial priorities, ensuring cross-functionality and accountability in a high-growth tech environment. Elevate team execution and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $115K *

Engineer innovative culinary marketing strategies that elevate brand presence. Own the integrated marketing approach for culinary programs, driving customer engagement and enhancing brand storytelling...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $145K *

Develop integrated marketing strategies for culinary programs, driving customer engagement through cooking classes and culinary experiences. Lead initiatives by collaborating cross-functionally to opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as a leader in strategic GPO relations, overseeing key partnerships and driving profitable growth in healthcare support services. Leverage your expertise to foster relationships an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Optimize technology operations supporting military dining initiatives, ensuring performance, governance, and seamless deployments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance customer experience and mai...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $99K *

Drive strategic sales growth in the Eastern PA/New Jersey market by managing accounts, building relationships, and developing sales programs to enhance profitability within the Foodservice division...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $150K *

Contribute to strategic execution by partnering with the CEO to drive alignment, manage priorities, and enhance operational efficiency across all departments. Support company-wide initiatives, and lea...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$280K - $300K *

Champion operational excellence by leading product innovation for restaurant owners, focusing on AI-driven experiences. Collaborate closely with teams to refine workflows and deliver actionable insigh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving strategic growth in the Non-Commercial foodservice sector. Manage key national accounts and cultivate relationships to expand market presence, influence strategic par...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative digital strategies for K-12 dining, enhancing operational efficiency and student experiences through innovative technology solutions and partnerships across stakeholders to enable...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $150K *

Optimize the patient financing journey by leading product strategies, enhancing user experience, and driving market entry initiatives across multiple verticals to capture majority market share while c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's enhancing executive effectiveness and alignment. As Chief of Staff, you'll streamline decision-making, improve communication, and drive strategic initiatives across a global leaders...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that's transforming software engineering leadership by advancing application strategies, modernizing development practices, and embedding AI-driven capabilities to enhance operational exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to become an Executive Chef?question toggle

    Generally, Executive Chef roles require a diploma in culinary arts, years of culinary experience, and proven leadership abilities. This can also include a good sense of business acumen and creativity.

  • What is the average salary of an Executive Chef?question toggle

    The average salary of an Executive Chef can vary greatly depending on the establishment. However, on Ladders, we focus on offering Executive Chef jobs with salaries of $100k or more.

  • What are the career growth opportunities in the field of Executive Chef?question toggle

    The sky's the limit for an Executive Chef. Growth can encompass owning your restaurant, branching into catering, or even becoming a celebrity chef.