Executive Chef

Omei Restaurant Group | Florida

Are you a visionary culinary leader passionate about Asian cuisine, fine dining, and exceptional hospitality?

Omei Restaurant Group seeks an experienced, innovative Executive Chef to lead culinary operations, drive menu innovation, and uphold the highest standards of food quality and execution across our growing portfolio of restaurant concepts.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned culinary professional who combines creativity, technical expertise, and strong business acumen with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing culinary teams.

We are looking for more than an exceptional chef. We want a culinary leader who understands the art of fine dining and the business behind it.

Culinary Leadership & Innovation

• Oversee culinary standards and execution across multiple restaurant concepts and locations.

• Lead menu development, seasonal offerings, and innovative culinary initiatives with a strong emphasis on Asian cuisine.

• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and guest experiences.

• Collaborate with Executive Chefs and culinary leadership to refine menus, techniques, and service execution.

• Stay ahead of culinary trends while preserving authenticity, creativity, and craftsmanship.

Operations & Financial Performance

• Develop and implement standardized recipes, preparation procedures, and kitchen operating standards.

• Manage food costs, labor efficiency, inventory controls, and purchasing strategies.

• Partner with ownership and operations leadership to improve profitability without compromising culinary excellence.

• Oversee vendor relationships, ingredient sourcing, and product quality.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and operational standards.

Team Development & Culture

• Mentor, train, and develop Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, and culinary management teams.

• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

• Support recruitment, performance evaluations, and leadership development.

• Foster a positive, professional kitchen environment focused on excellence and teamwork.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of progressive culinary experience, including significant experience in an Executive Chef or multi-unit culinary leadership position.

• Extensive Asian cuisine experience is required, with a strong understanding of Japanese and other Asian culinary traditions, ingredients, and techniques.

• Fine-dining experience is required, including elevated plating, premium ingredients, refined execution, and high-end service standards.

• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple kitchens, restaurant concepts, or culinary teams.

• Strong knowledge of food costs, COGS, labor management, budgeting, and operational profitability.

• Proven ability to develop innovative menus while maintaining consistency and quality.

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to travel between restaurant locations as needed.

Highly Preferred

• Background in Michelin-starred, Michelin-recognized, or comparable luxury dining establishments.

• Experience with Japanese omakase, sushi, kaiseki, or contemporary Asian fine dining.

• Experience launching new restaurant concepts and developing culinary programs.

• Strong relationships with premium seafood, specialty ingredient, and international suppliers.

At Omei Restaurant Group, we are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences through exceptional cuisine, thoughtful hospitality, and culinary innovation.

As our Executive Chef, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Shape the culinary direction of a diverse and expanding restaurant portfolio.

• Collaborate directly with ownership and executive leadership.

• Influence new restaurant openings, menu development, and long-term culinary strategy.

• Build and mentor talented culinary teams.

• Make a meaningful impact within an ambitious, growth-focused hospitality organization.

If you're an accomplished culinary leader who thrives on creativity, operational excellence, and developing exceptional dining experiences, we want to meet you.

Apply today and help shape Omei Restaurant Group's future.

Omei Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.