Executive Chef - Fine Dining

801 Chophouse

Executive Chef - Fine Dining

Denver, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus (annual) based on individual performance

    Bonuses (quarterly) based on restaurant performance

    Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

    Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

    401(k) matching

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Paid time off

    801 Chophouse Denver is hiring for an Executive Chef!

    This is a full-time, restaurant management position that directs and oversees the kitchen operations of a high-end chophouse. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, highly motivated professional chef with a strong sense of hospitality, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a true passion for fine service, food and wine.

    Date Job Posted: August 18, 2026

    Application Deadline: The application window will remain open for a minimum of 5 days from the posting date, after which the Company may move forward with selection and hiring. This posting will be removed promptly after the position is filled.

    Position Requirements/Desired Experience for Sous Chef:

    Minimum of 2 years, but preferably at least 4 years prior experience as an Executive Chef for a full-service, high volume, high-end dining establishment.

    At least 5 years working in the kitchen of an upscale or fine dining restaurant.

    Candidates with extensive high-end steakhouse experience are preferred.

    Ability to work all stations on the line.

    Ability to draw upon invention, imagination, and originality in creating new dishes and menu items

    Understanding/proficiency in restaurant accounting & financials, including opening & closing paperwork, inventory, invoice entry, weekly submittals, etc.

    Ability to remain calm, professional and use good judgment under pressure.

    Ability to successfully work/manage kitchen service in a fast-paced / high stress environment while providing effective leadership to BOH team.

    Ability to handle knives, operate kitchen equipment, work with high heat/open flame

    Ability to follow recipe & presentation guidelines while maintaining proper food safety & sanitation standards

    Coordinate food orders to support timely / efficient delivery to each table.

    Meet special guest requests while ensuring same high-quality standards

    Ability to effectively communicate with both FOH & BOH teams in loud environment

    Must be available to work any day of the week (Mon-Sun), including nights, weekends & some holidays

    Regular, predictable and reliable attendance

    Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:

    Physical ability to work on your feet, alertly, for extended periods of time

    Continuous use of hands and arms

    Continuous bending, reaching & twisting

    Physical ability to frequently lift up to 50lbs

    Ability to squat, kneel, and climb

    Total Compensation: 801 Restaurant Group offers a competitive compensation package. The Executive Chef receives an annual salary in the range listed below (depending on experience) plus participation in 801 Management Bonus Program which provides for generous quarterly bonuses based on restaurant performance and an annual individual performance bonus.