Executive Chef

Job overview

The Executive Chef role is onsite in Boston, MA, with base compensation of $100,000–$110,000 per year. The chef leads the culinary operation at STK Boston and is responsible for food quality, cost efficiency, and the guest experience. The role combines hands-on kitchen leadership with team development and operational management. It supports consistent, high-quality service through menu execution, staff coaching, cost and inventory oversight, and collaboration on seasonal offerings and events.

What you'll do

• Oversee kitchen operations and food production, consistency, and presentation
• work line positions as needed
• support seasonal specials
• conduct line checks
• expedite orders
• train and develop kitchen staff
• create weekly schedules and hold monthly meetings
• manage food costs, payroll, and inventory
• coordinate with purchasing
• oversee food safety
• reduce waste
• engage guests and VIPs
• and collaborate with Events and Marketing on seasonal menus and event offers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

executive chef

boston ma

stk boston

full-time

$100k–$110k/year

culinary leadership

kitchen operations

menu development

team training

food cost management

food safety

guest experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life and disability insurance
• accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance
• traditional and Roth 401(k)
• employee dining discounts or complimentary onsite meals
• paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• commuter and dependent care benefits
• performance-based bonus potential.

Why this role

Requires 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining; steakhouse or upscale dining experience is preferred. The posting also lists performance-based bonus potential and monthly kicker bonus potential.

About the employer

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