Group Head Executive Chef
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Start free — we apply for you →A Group Head Chef for fine dining oversees culinary operations multi sites, menu strategy, and kitchen management across multiple luxury establishments . Responsibilities include multi-unit quality control, high-end seasonal menu development, kitchen budgeting, supplier negotiations, and brigade leadership to ensure Michelin-standard or upscale consistency group-wide. Core Responsibilities Menu Engineering: Design sophisticated, seasonal, and tasting menus that fit each venue's unique concept while maintaining group brand identity. Multi-Unit Operations: Travel between properties to supervise daily kitchen flow, food preparation, and plating precision. Financial Management: Control food and labor costs, oversee purchasing, and manage group-level kitchen budgets and profitability. Staff Leadership: Hire, train, and mentor head chefs and sous chefs across all locations, fostering a culture of discipline and excellence. Compliance & Safety: Enforce strict hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP protocols across every kitchen.