Head Chef

Company: Goodwin Recruiting
Location: Bedford
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Executive Chef We are seeking a disciplined, hands-on Executive Chef to lead a high-volume, scratch-driven kitchen. This is a leadership role for someone who protects standards, understands financials, develops teams, and drives accountability. Requirements Proven Executive Chef or Senior Kitchen Leadership experience Strong scratch-kitchen background Ability to manage food cost and understand theoretical vs. actual Inventory control and disciplined ordering practices Labor forecasting and productivity management Lead from the line — visible, hands-on leadership style Develop cooks through technique-based training Enforce systems, prep discipline, and station readiness Maintain food safety and sanitation excellence Comfortable driving change and eliminating shortcut culture Collaborative partner with FOH and leadership team No rogue operators — aligned execution and accountability required We Offer Competitive Salary Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401K Paid Vacation True Work-Life Balance Growth opportunity within an evolving concept If you are a structured culinary leader who can protect craft, manage numbers, and build strong teams — we want to speak with you.

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