Executive Chef | Fine Dining | Santa Fe

Executive ChefA highly respected and established restaurant group is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead one of its flagship fine dining restaurants in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This is a premier leadership opportunity for a chef who is both creatively driven and operationally disciplined someone who thrives in refined, guest-focused environments and understands the balance between culinary artistry and financial performance.The ideal candidate will bring fine dining experience, strong leadership presence, and a proven ability to drive consistency, innovation, and team culture within a high-expectation restaurant environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and inspire the culinary team to execute at the highest level of quality, consistency, and presentationDevelop and evolve seasonal menus that reflect creativity, technique, and regional influenceMaintain strict adherence to fine dining service standards and plating precisionOversee recipe development, standardization, and executionFull ownership of kitchen P&L including food cost, labor management, and waste controlDrive profitability through disciplined cost controls and vendor managementCollaborate with ownership and leadership on menu pricing and strategic planningMaintain all health, safety, and sanitation standardsRecruit, train, mentor, and retain high-performing culinary professionalsFoster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and collaborationBuild succession plans and develop leadership within the kitchen teamPartner closely with Front-of-House leadership to ensure seamless guest experienceWork alongside ownership and the restaurant group's leadership team to maintain brand standardsContribute to marketing initiatives, special events, and guest-driven programmingParticipate in community engagement and local sourcing relationshipsIdeal Candidate Profile5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a fine dining environmentProven track record of leading high-performing culinary teamsStrong financial acumen with experience managing food cost and labor budgetsExperience with seasonal, ingredient-driven menus and refined plating techniquesStrong leadership presence with a collaborative management stylePassion for hospitality and guest-driven serviceCompensation & BenefitsBase Salary: up to $125,000Annual Bonus: $5,000Relocation Assistance: Provided (details discussed during offer stage)Paid time offGrowth opportunities within a respected restaurant groupEOESanta Fe offers a unique blend of culture, art, culinary excellence, and natural beauty. This is an opportunity to lead a celebrated restaurant within a market known for its sophisticated dining audience and strong culinary identity.