Executive Chef - Highlands Bar and Grill

Executive Chef Wanted | Highlands Bar and Grill – Moorefield, WV

Do you have a passion for crafting unforgettable dishes and leading a dynamic kitchen team?
Are you ready to bring your culinary expertise to a welcoming environment with room to innovate and grow?

Highlands Bar and Grill in beautiful Moorefield, West Virginia, is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Executive Chef to join our culinary team. This is your opportunity to craft exceptional pizzas, burgers and more from scratch using high-quality ingredients, creative flair, and a commitment to excellence.

Compensation and Benefits: $60,000 - $65,000 / year. Full-Time Team Members receive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts.    

What You'll Be Doing:

As Executive Chef, you will oversee all aspects of our kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in both leadership and culinary execution. Your responsibilities will include:

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, train, and mentor all kitchen staff, including pizza chefs, line cooks, and prep staff.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth.
• Manage schedules, delegate tasks, and ensure smooth daily operations.

Menu Development and Culinary Innovation

• Develop and refine our menu, including signature pizzas and seasonal specials.
• Introduce new recipes and culinary techniques to enhance the dining experience.
• Collaborate with management on cost control, ingredient sourcing, and menu pricing strategies.

Operational Oversight

• Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational.

Culinary Execution

• Oversee the preparation of all dishes, with a focus on quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Work hands-on when necessary, including crafting dough, sauces, and assembling pizzas.
• Maintain high culinary standards for all menu items and service delivery.

Customer Experience

• Ensure every dish leaving the kitchen exceeds customer expectations.
• Address feedback and resolve issues professionally and diplomatically.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior culinary leadership role.
• Expertise in pizza preparation and general culinary techniques.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and passion for delivering high-quality food.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak service times.
• Culinary degree or certification preferred but not required.

Why Work with Us?

At Highlands Bar and Grill, we’re more than just a kitchen — we’re a team of food lovers committed to bringing exceptional flavors to our community. Whether you’re an experienced pizza pro or a rising culinary talent with a passion for pies, we invite you to bring your skills to our table.

Additional Information: Kindly, be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities, duties, or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability.

About: Up to Par Management | Taylor Hospitality Vision is to be an Exceptional Hospitality and Golf Management Company built by Exceptional Team Members who are Delivering on our Purpose to Positively Impact Others.