Chef de Cuisine | Future Executive Chef Opportunity | Savannah, GA

Salary: $75,000–$80,000

Are you an experienced culinary leader ready for the next step in your career? We're partnering with an established Savannah restaurant seeking a Chef de Cuisine who is passionate about culinary excellence, team development, and leading successful kitchen operations.

This is a unique opportunity for a Chef de Cuisine who is looking for long-term career growth. The selected candidate will have a clear path to transition into the Executive Chef role within approximately 12 months as the current Executive Chef moves into a new internal opportunity.

The ideal candidate will be a strong culinary leader who can take ownership of daily kitchen operations, develop a talented culinary team, and continue building on the success of an established Savannah restaurant.

What You'll Do

• Lead the daily operations of the kitchen while maintaining high standards for food quality and consistency.
• Partner with the Executive Chef during the transition period to learn operations and prepare for future leadership.
• Coach, mentor, and develop culinary team members at all levels.
• Oversee kitchen organization, preparation, and service execution.
• Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste control.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety.
• Build a positive kitchen culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and excellence.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef experience.
• Experience leading culinary teams in upscale casual or fine dining restaurants.
• Proven success managing high-volume kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of food cost, labor management, purchasing, and inventory controls.
• Passion for developing culinary talent and preparing for increased leadership responsibility.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Stable work history with demonstrated career progression.

Compensation & Benefits

• $75,000–$80,000 base salary
• 10 days PTO after 90 days
• 5 sick Days
• Competitive healthcare package with company contribution
• $900 / month meal allowance
• Opportunities for career advancement with an established hospitality organization

If you're a culinary leader looking for a role that offers career advancement, stability, and an excellent quality of life, this is an exceptional opportunity to take the next step in your career.