Corporate Executive Chef

Executive Chef – R&D Focus (Mediterranean & Middle Eastern) Los Angeles, CA | $100K–$120K + Bonus | Game-Changer Opportunity Tired of corporate kitchens and 50-person Zoom calls just to change a garnish? Here’s your shot to lead culinary innovation at thesource—no red tape, just bold flavor, direct impact, and the freedom to cook up a storm. If you’ve ever wanted your dishes to shape the menu of a cult-following restaurant, this is it. What You’ll Be Doing: • Invent, refine, and obsess over unforgettable Mediterranean & Middle Eastern recipes • Secretly (and proudly) run high-stakes R&D for new menu launches • Create scalable, documented recipes that are as precise as they are delicious • Partner directly with the owner to launch new ideas—fast • Spot trends before they’re cool, but stay grounded in timeless flavor • Train kitchen teams to reproduce your brilliance consistently What You’ll Need: • 7+ years in culinary R&D or as an Executive Chef • Deep love (and knowledge) of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine • Proven innovation without overcomplicating execution • Recipe documentation skills that would make a Swiss watchmaker jealous • Culinary degree or real-world equivalent—just be brilliant • Grit, hustle, and the integrity to handle confidential work What’s in It for You: • $100K–$120K base salary, plus up to 10% annual bonus • 95% employer-paid medical + 50% coverage for dependents • Vision, dental, 401(k) • Education reimbursement • Complimentary meals during shifts • Genuine growth potential as the brand expands This is not a ‘plate-spinning’ chef job. This is a once-in-a-generation shot to shape the future of a restaurant that’s already beloved—and hungry for more. Ready to create the dishes the city will crave next? Apply now. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off Work Location: In person