Executive Chef

Job overview

The Executive Chef role is onsite in Charleston, SC. Compensation is $65,000–$75,000 per year. The chef leads the James Island location of Caviar & Bananas, with responsibility for guest expectations, freshness, and seasonally and regionally inspired dishes. The chef builds and mentors the kitchen team while overseeing food quality and the financial performance of the operation. Menu development, inventory, staffing, and cost analysis support consistent service and profitable restaurant operations.

What you'll do

• Lead, teach, and mentor the kitchen team
• maintain freshness and seasonally and regionally inspired preparations
• order supplies and manage inventory
• hire and train staff
• develop menus and calculate menu costs
• maintain food quality and sanitation
• expedite service
• analyze costs and manage profit-and-loss performance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

executive chef

charleston sc

caviar & bananas

restaurant kitchen

menu development

food quality

inventory management

team leadership

$65k–$75k/year

day shift

morning shift

high-volume experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), employee discounts, flexible schedule, health, dental and vision insurance, food provided, and paid time off.

Why this role

High-volume experience and four or more years as an executive or sous chef preferred; culinary degree is a plus; day and morning shifts listed.

About the employer

Caviar & Bananas - James Island is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.