{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1ffb67433fb89099bf533b87","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1ffb67433fb89099bf533b87","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1ffb67433fb89099bf533b87","title":"Executive Chef","description":"Job DetailsLead the Kitchen. Build the Culture. Create the Experience.\nCapperini Restaurant is seeking an experienced, passionate, and creative Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision for our exciting new Italian/Mediterranean restaurant and event venue opening in November 2026 in the heart of Glenside.\nOur two-story concept will feature a 140-seat full-service restaurant on the first floor and an elegant 200-person private event venue on the second floor, hosting weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and community gatherings. This is a rare opportunity to build a culinary program from the ground up and be part of a restaurant that is committed to exceptional food, outstanding hospitality, and memorable guest experiences.\nPosition Summary\nThe Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations for both the restaurant and banquet/event venue. This individual will be responsible for menu development, kitchen leadership, food quality, staffing, purchasing, cost control, and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for every guest.\nWorking closely with ownership and the General Manager, the Executive Chef will establish kitchen standards, recruit and develop the culinary team, and create systems that support long-term success.\nResponsibilities\nLead all kitchen operations for the restaurant and private event venue.\nDevelop seasonal menus, banquet menus, and daily specials.\nRecruit, hire, train, and mentor sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.\nMaintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and sanitation.\nManage food and labor costs while maintaining profitability.\nOversee purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and product quality.\nCreate efficient kitchen systems and standard operating procedures.\nCollaborate with the events team to execute weddings, corporate functions, and private events serving up to 200 guests.\nEnsure compliance with all health department regulations and food safety standards.\nFoster a positive, professional, and collaborative kitchen culture.\nQualifications\nProven leadership and team development skills.\nStrong knowledge of menu engineering, food costing, inventory management, and purchasing.\nAbility to lead a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining exceptional quality.\nExperience opening a new restaurant is a significant advantage.\nWhat We're Looking For\nThe ideal candidate is:\nPassionate about culinary excellence and hospitality.\nA strong leader who inspires and develops their team.\nCreative while maintaining consistency and operational efficiency.\nOrganized, dependable, and detail-oriented.\nComfortable leading both à la carte service and high-volume banquet operations.\nWhat We Offer\nIndustry-leading compensation based on experience.\nPerformance-based bonus opportunities.\nPaid vacation and time off.\nOpportunities for professional growth and advancement.\nA collaborative ownership team committed to long-term success.\nThe unique opportunity to build and lead the culinary program of a brand-new destination restaurant from opening day.\nIf you're ready to leave your mark on one of Glenside's most anticipated restaurant openings, we'd love to hear from you. Join us as we create a dining and event destination known for exceptional food, outstanding service, and unforgettable experiences.\nPay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\nHealth insurance\nWork Location: In person","company":"Capperini","rawCompany":"capperini","city":"Glenside","state":"PA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-11T15:39:08.695Z","occupations":[{"code":"35-1011.00","title":"Chefs and Head Cooks","slug":"chefs-and-head-cooks"},{"code":"11-9051.00","title":"Food Service Managers","slug":"food-service-managers"},{"code":"35-1012.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-food-preparation-and-serving-workers"}],"industries":[{"code":"722511","title":"Full-Service Restaurants","slug":"full-service-restaurants"},{"code":"722320","title":"Caterers","slug":"caterers"},{"code":"722310","title":"Food Service Contractors","slug":"food-service-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Executive Chef","description":"Job DetailsLead the Kitchen. Build the Culture. Create the Experience.\nCapperini Restaurant is seeking an experienced, passionate, and creative Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision for our exciting new Italian/Mediterranean restaurant and event venue opening in November 2026 in the heart of Glenside.\nOur two-story concept will feature a 140-seat full-service restaurant on the first floor and an elegant 200-person private event venue on the second floor, hosting weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and community gatherings. This is a rare opportunity to build a culinary program from the ground up and be part of a restaurant that is committed to exceptional food, outstanding hospitality, and memorable guest experiences.\nPosition Summary\nThe Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations for both the restaurant and banquet/event venue. This individual will be responsible for menu development, kitchen leadership, food quality, staffing, purchasing, cost control, and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for every guest.\nWorking closely with ownership and the General Manager, the Executive Chef will establish kitchen standards, recruit and develop the culinary team, and create systems that support long-term success.\nResponsibilities\nLead all kitchen operations for the restaurant and private event venue.\nDevelop seasonal menus, banquet menus, and daily specials.\nRecruit, hire, train, and mentor sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.\nMaintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and sanitation.\nManage food and labor costs while maintaining profitability.\nOversee purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and product quality.\nCreate efficient kitchen systems and standard operating procedures.\nCollaborate with the events team to execute weddings, corporate functions, and private events serving up to 200 guests.\nEnsure compliance with all health department regulations and food safety standards.\nFoster a positive, professional, and collaborative kitchen culture.\nQualifications\nProven leadership and team development skills.\nStrong knowledge of menu engineering, food costing, inventory management, and purchasing.\nAbility to lead a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining exceptional quality.\nExperience opening a new restaurant is a significant advantage.\nWhat We're Looking For\nThe ideal candidate is:\nPassionate about culinary excellence and hospitality.\nA strong leader who inspires and develops their team.\nCreative while maintaining consistency and operational efficiency.\nOrganized, dependable, and detail-oriented.\nComfortable leading both à la carte service and high-volume banquet operations.\nWhat We Offer\nIndustry-leading compensation based on experience.\nPerformance-based bonus opportunities.\nPaid vacation and time off.\nOpportunities for professional growth and advancement.\nA collaborative ownership team committed to long-term success.\nThe unique opportunity to build and lead the culinary program of a brand-new destination restaurant from opening day.\nIf you're ready to leave your mark on one of Glenside's most anticipated restaurant openings, we'd love to hear from you. 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