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 presentation
• Partner closely with the celebrity chef brand to maintain culinary standards and brand integrity
• Oversee menu execution, seasonal updates, and cost control initiatives
• Manage food cost, labor cost, and overall kitchen P&L performance
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Collaborate 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 restaurants
• Michelin-starred restaurant experience is required
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and develop culinary teams
• Solid financial acumen with experience managing food and labor costs
• Passion for elevated cuisine, guest experience, and operational excellence