Executive Chef
DeVita & Hancock HospitalityWilmington, Delaware, United States
Posted March 30, 2026
80000 - 90000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
DeVita & Hancock Hospitality specializes in end‑to‑end recruiting for the hospitality sector, offering a single point of contact that streamlines the hiring process for both front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house roles as well as executive positions. They provide highly customized talent solutions for positions ranging from culinary leadership and bar management to marketing, accounting, human resources, and C‑level executives, ensuring each placement aligns precisely with a client’s operational needs. The firm distinguishes itself through an exceptional track record of sourcing superior candidates for industry leaders and a "no questions asked" replacement guarantee that underscores its commitment to client success. Their culture centers on partnership and proactive support, treating each client’s growth as their own and consistently delivering high‑quality hires that drive business performance.
Job Description
Exciting Executive Chef Opportunity: Lead culinary operations for a high-volume, full-service restaurant. Develop future leaders, grow into broader culinary leadership over time. Ideal for operationally strong and development-minded chefs.
Requirements
- Proven culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment
- Experience leading other leaders such as Sous Chefs, Kitchen Managers, or lead line teams preferred
- Strong knowledge of food production, sanitation, deep cleaning standards, and health department compliance
Benefits
- Base salary: $80,000–$90,000
- Quarterly bonus
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays