Executive Chef

Job overview

The Executive Chef role is onsite in Chesapeake, VA. Salary is $50,000–$60,000 per year. Union Taco describes a creative, high-energy restaurant workplace focused on food, customer service, and guest experiences. The chef leads kitchen operations, develops menus, oversees food quality and timely execution, and manages back-of-house staff and costs. The role supports consistent dining experiences while improving productivity, sales, and food quality.

What you'll do

• Manage kitchen operations
• ensure food quality and timely execution
• plan and update menus
• cost menu items and specials
• schedule staff and control labor
• manage back-of-house technology
• supervise shifts and lead kitchen staff
• hire, train, evaluate, and develop employees
• manage food costs, forecasts, inventory, and supplies
• minimize waste
• create a positive work environment
• implement strategies to improve productivity, sales, and food quality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

executive chef

chesapeake va

union taco

$50k–$60k

kitchen operations

menu development

food cost management

inventory

staff leadership

food quality

restaurant management

401(k)

health insurance

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k)
• performance-based bonus
• dental, health, and vision insurance
• employee discounts
• flexible schedule
• free food and snacks
• advancement opportunities
• paid time off.

Why this role

The posting says culinary school is preferred but not required and ideally seeks two or more years of experience as an executive chef, sous chef, or in a similar role.

About the employer

Union Taco II LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.