Executive Chef

As an executive chef, you lead the entire kitchen operation of a restaurant, hotel, resort, or restaurant chain. You are the boss of the kitchen, in charge of creating menus, setting the standards for every dish, training and managing the cooking staff, and making sure the food is consistently excellent. You also handle the business side, like controlling costs, ordering ingredients, and keeping the kitchen safe and clean. Your days are fast-paced and demanding, mixing creative menu work with leadership, planning, and hands-on cooking during busy service.