Executive Chef - Berkeley, CA

RH Hospitality is a global leader in the hospitality industry, bringing over 20 years of diverse experience worldwide. As a distinguished provider of exceptional dining experiences, RH Hospitality uniquely integrates its restaurants within Design Galleries, creating a seamless blend between home aesthetics and luxury hospitality. This innovative approach not only enhances guest engagement but also immerses patrons fully into the sophisticated RH lifestyle that emphasizes quality, elegance, and comfort. Our expanding portfolio spans numerous prestigious locations globally, each dedicated to delivering a high standard of culinary excellence and memorable service. We pride ourselves on crafting environments where guests feel both welcomed and inspired, with culinary offerings that reflect our core values of authenticity and hospitality. RH Hospitality is currently seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Chef to lead our Culinary Team. This pivotal role requires a dynamic leader with a passion for culinary innovation and operational excellence. The Executive Chef will be the driving force behind our culinary vision, responsible for shaping and executing strategies that align with RH’s hospitality values. This leader will oversee all facets of culinary operations, ensuring every dish meets uncompromising quality standards while fostering a culture of creativity and professionalism within the kitchen. As the head of the Culinary Team, the Executive Chef will cultivate exceptional talent through structured training and mentorship, encourage a collaborative team environment, and implement refined processes to optimize performance and efficiency. The position demands a strategic thinker who can balance creative freedom with practical business objectives, overseeing labor and food cost management, inventory control, and expense forecasting to sustain operational efficiency. Collaboration with senior leadership is essential to align culinary operations with broader company goals, contributing to revenue and expense planning at all levels. The Executive Chef will lead efforts to elevate service execution to world-class standards, ensuring seamless kitchen operations from preparation to expediting. This role supports not only culinary innovation but also a commitment to rigorous safety, sanitation, and quality standards. Joining RH Hospitality as an Executive Chef means becoming a key leader in a respected organization that values diversity, inclusion, and pay equity. Our comprehensive approach supports professional growth, cultural enrichment, and a vibrant work environment where employees are encouraged to excel and inspire. We recognize and reward talent, offering competitive compensation based on experience and location. RH Hospitality is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals can thrive.

• 5+ years experience in culinary and hospitality leadership positions in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Proven ability to manage financial performance, including labor and food costs, inventory controls, and strategic resource planning
• Expertise in computer systems including Microsoft Excel, Foodager or other inventory management system and email communication
• Advanced culinary expertise, including mastery of knife techniques and execution of high-level cooking standards
• Proven ability to work autonomously while making strategic decisions and collaborating effectively across all levels of leadership