Executive Chef

Job overview

The Executive Chef role is onsite in Burlington, MA, at the new Citrus & Salt restaurant. Compensation is described as a competitive salary, with no numeric amount specified. The Burlington opening will serve lunch, brunch, and dinner and feature bold coastal Mexican cuisine. The chef will lead the kitchen from opening, build and mentor the team, and establish kitchen culture and operating standards. The role supports food quality, cleanliness, hospitality, and menu development in collaboration with Chef Jason Santos.

What you'll do

• Lead the kitchen team
• build and mentor kitchen staff
• maintain food quality, cleanliness, and hospitality standards
• manage food cost, labor, inventory, and kitchen systems
• contribute to seasonal features, menu development, and culinary innovation alongside Chef Jason Santos.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

executive chef

onsite

burlington ma

full-time

citrus & salt

restaurant opening

kitchen leadership

team development

coastal mexican cuisine

menu development

food cost

inventory management

weekend work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary, health benefits, paid vacation, growth opportunities, and the opportunity to work directly with Chef Jason Santos.

Why this role

Restaurant-opening leadership opportunity; requires at least five years of Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.

About the employer

Citrus & Salt is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Personal Services. Sector: 81.