Job Description
Executive Chef
Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine
Coronado, CA
Full Time, On Site
Confidential Search
Salary: $90,000 to $113,000 annually, based on experience
About the Opportunity
A highly anticipated Greek inspired restaurant in Coronado is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef with deep roots in Greek and broader Mediterranean cuisine. This is a rare opportunity to lead a high profile kitchen that celebrates historical flavor profiles, refined technique, and thoughtful, modern execution.
We are looking for a chef with a serious culinary foundation, ideally including Michelin rated or equivalent fine dining experience, who can balance authenticity with creativity while operating at volume. This role is hands on, leadership driven, and ownership minded. The right chef will view this kitchen as something they are building, not just running.
This is a career defining role for a chef who wants real influence, long term growth, and the opportunity to be part of something meaningful from the ground up.
What Success Looks Like
Guests are consistently delighted by authentic Greek flavors, clean execution, and thoughtful presentation
Food and labor costs are tightly controlled, with strong command of budgets and P&L fundamentals
Service runs smoothly with disciplined prep systems, strong organization, and reliable ticket times
The kitchen operates at a high level during peak volume while maintaining composure and standards
Cooks are developed and mentored, with a clear path from line cook to sous chef to future leaders
Cleanliness, food safety, and execution systems are part of the everyday culture, not an afterthought
Key Responsibilities
Lead all kitchen operations including menu execution, sourcing, staffing, and training
Uphold Greek and Mediterranean culinary integrity while allowing room for creativity and evolution
Build, coach, and inspire a disciplined yet positive kitchen culture
Manage food cost, labor, ordering, inventory, and waste control
Partner with ownership and leadership on menu development and operational strategy
Ensure health department standards, cleanliness, and safety systems are consistently met
Ideal Candidate Profile
Strong technical knowledge of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine and its regional origins
Experience in high volume, high expectation environments
Michelin rated or comparable fine dining background strongly preferred
Natural leader who can rally a team and set clear expectations
Detail oriented and serious about standards
Thrives under pressure and remains calm during busy services
Passionate about teaching, mentoring, and developing young cooks
Ownership mindset with long term career vision
Benefits and Perks
401(k)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Food provided
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