Executive Chef | Multi-Unit | Modern Brand | NYC

Executive Chef Multi-Concept Hospitality Group130-150K, Benefits, Bonus, NYCA growing, design-forward hospitality group is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations across a diverse portfolio, including a brasserie, a high-energy cocktail bar with a robust food program, and a caf/pastry concept.This role is ideal for a seasoned culinary leader who has led high-performing kitchens and is excited to help shape the structure, systems, and long-term culinary direction of an expanding restaurant group.Working in close partnership with ownership and operations leadership, the Executive Chef will drive menu development, operational consistency, and financial performance across all outlets while building a strong and scalable culinary leadership team.Key Responsibilities:Oversee culinary operations across multiple concepts, ensuring consistency, quality, and executionLead a comprehensive operational review of kitchen systems, identifying opportunities for efficiency and structureRefine prep, station organization, and production workflows to support high-volume serviceGuide menu development across concepts, balancing creativity with operational feasibilityReactivate and develop key programs (e.g., raw bar, caf production systems)Partner with leadership to enhance guest experience and drive revenue opportunitiesBuild and mentor a strong leadership bench, including CDCs and Sous ChefsEstablish clear ownership and accountability across kitchen teams and outletsEnsure strong financial performance through labor management, food cost control, and purchasing strategiesIdeal Candidate:10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experienceProven success leading high-volume kitchens and/or multi-unit operationsStrong financial acumen, including food cost, labor, and P&L managementExperience building and developing high-performing culinary leadership teamsSkilled in designing efficient kitchen systems, prep structures, and service flowAbility to balance innovation with operational disciplineComfortable working closely with ownership and cross-functional leadershipThis is a hands-on leadership role, particularly in the early stages, with a focus on stabilizing operations, refining systems, and elevating team performance across the portfolio. Evening and weekend availability is required.