Executive Chef

Job overview

The Executive Chef role is an onsite, full-time position in Albany, NY, with a stated salary of $85,000–$95,000. The chef oversees kitchen operations for a convention space handling multiple events and large-group plating. Mazzone operates catering and business dining divisions across the Capital District. The role exists to direct food preparation and kitchen operations while maintaining food quality, safe handling, sanitation, and service standards. It also coordinates kitchen staff, inventory, production, and event needs across concurrent events.

What you'll do

• Oversee kitchen operations for multiple convention-space events
• prepare or direct meal preparation under company programs and guidelines
• plan regular and modified menus
• follow recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
• train kitchen staff in preparation, safe handling, equipment, food safety, and sanitation
• maintain cleaning and equipment schedules
• manage food and non-food inventory
• comply with health, sanitation, and safety requirements
• attend departmental meetings and staff development programs as appropriate.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

executive chef

mazzone

albany ny

full-time

convention space

catering

large events

high-volume foodservice

kitchen operations

menu planning

food safety

sanitation

$85k–$95k annually

medical, dental, vision

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, shopping program, wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and personal leave.

Why this role

The posting emphasizes high-volume catering and large-event operations; an associate degree or equivalent experience and ServSafe certification are preferred.

About the employer

Mazzone is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.