Executive Chef/Wood-fired Pizzeria Ownership opportunity
Job: Chef Partner – 30%+ Ownership Opportunity
Wood-Fired Pizzeria, Italian Small Plates & Event Catering
Great Northern | Williston, ND
We are seeking the right chef partner or chef-led team to launch and co-own a wood-fired pizzeria and Italian small-plates concept, paired with exclusive in-house catering for Great Northern Events.
This is a true ownership opportunity (20% or more equity) for the right person — not a salaried position.
We are ready to move immediately.
Concept Includes:
Wood-fired artisan / Neapolitan-style pizza
Italian small plates (seasonal, sharable, high-margin)
Menu designed to scale from restaurant service to events
Built-In Catering & Events:
The restaurant is paired with Great Northern Events, an established venue hosting weddings, corporate events, private dinners, and live music.
The chef partner will lead exclusive in-house catering, including wood-fired pizza service and Italian family-style or plated menus.
Ownership & Partnership:
30%+ equity ownership for the right chef/operator
Profit participation from restaurant and catering
Opportunity to grow ownership over time
Ownership Partner Provides:
Build-out, equipment, capital investment, licensing, venue, and brand
Chef Partner Leads:
Kitchen operations, menu development, staffing, and all catering execution
Ideal Candidate:
Strong kitchen leadership and execution
Pizza and/or Italian cuisine experience preferred
Ability to build and lead a team ASAP
Long-term ownership mindset
Chef teams encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates will tour the space and discuss concept, operations, and ownership structure. Opportunity:
Pay: $59,469.48 - $109,576.15 per year
Work Location: In person