Executive Chef

Recruiting Partner: Charles Frede

Tampa, Florida | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $75,000 to $82,000 | Job ID: 156596

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We are seeking an Executive Chef who is passionate about food, committed to excellence, and thrives in a team-oriented, guest-first culture. This position will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including seasonsal menu development, food quality, cost control, staff leadership, and execution. This individual must be both a hands-on chef and an inspiring team leader who brings energy, creativity, and precision to the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead back-of-house operations and kitchen staff
Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
Collaborate on seasonal menu development and specials
Maintain food cost, labor cost, and operational efficiency
Uphold sanitation and safety standards in accordance with regulations
Mentor and develop kitchen team members in a positive, high-performance environment
Support a guest-first culture with attention to hospitality and detail
Enjoy working in a dynamic location, including opportunities for outdoor or remote-style events

Qualifications Include:

5+ years of current/recent experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role
Strong tenure and positive career progression on resume
Deep knowledge of and passion for Italian or Mediterranean cuisine
Hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-centric setting
Proven ability to manage food cost, labor, and inventory
Experience working in unique environments, such as remote or outdoor locations, is a plus
Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred

Benefits:

Monthly Bonus Program
Closed on All Major Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee dining discounts
Opportunities for career advancement within a well-established hospitality group

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 156596

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.