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Executive Chef

Location: Marlboro New Jersey

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000

Posted Date: 05.21.2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Job ID: 56580537

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Job Description

Executive Chef | Upscale Restaurant

Marlboro, NJ
Salary: $85,000–$90,000

An upscale dining restaurant in the Marlboro, NJ area is seeking an experienced and hospitality-driven Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, elevate the guest experience, and develop a strong culinary team culture.

This role is ideal for a chef who combines strong culinary talent with humility, leadership, and operational discipline. The right candidate understands that great kitchens are built through consistency, mentorship, accountability, and a genuine passion for hospitality.

Responsibilities

Lead all back-of-house culinary operations in a high-quality upscale dining environment
Create and maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency standards
Train, coach, mentor, and develop kitchen team members while building a positive culture
Manage scheduling, labor controls, food costs, purchasing, and inventory
Maintain strong vendor relationships and oversee product quality and ordering
Ensure all sanitation, food safety, and health department standards are consistently exceeded
Collaborate with ownership and leadership on menu development, seasonal features, and operational improvements
Lead by example during service with a hands-on management style
Foster strong communication and teamwork between front and back of house

Qualifications

Proven Executive Chef experience in upscale dining
Strong culinary foundation with a passion for food quality and guest experience
Hospitality-forward leadership style with the ability to remain confident yet approachable
Demonstrated success developing and retaining kitchen talent
Strong understanding of food cost controls, labor management, and kitchen financials
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-focused environment
Stable work history with progressive leadership growth preferred
ServSafe certification preferred

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a true leader and culinarian — someone who commands respect through consistency, professionalism, and mentorship rather than ego. This is an opportunity to join a quality-focused operation looking for a chef who values both people and performance equally.

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