Executive Chef

About the role

The Executive Culinary Manager leads the Kitchen Team to deliver best‑in‑class, rock‑star level meals for guests. This senior position combines culinary expertise with strong leadership to ensure consistent quality, safety, and guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coach the culinary team, driving engagement and performance.
• Delegate tasks, uphold Topgolf’s core values, and maintain a collaborative environment.
• Monitor inventory, purchase products, and control food and labor costs within budget.
• Develop, standardize, and approve recipes, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
• Plan and cost menus for special events and chef‑choice offerings.
• Ensure proper equipment operation, maintenance, and kitchen safety/sanitation.
• Create action plans for operational opportunities and communicate with upper management and vendors.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of culinary management experience.
• Proven ability to develop and lead a culinary team.
• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, stand, walk, lift up to 50 lb, and tolerate high temperatures.

Required skills

• Culinary management
• Recipe development
• Inventory management
• Cost control
• Food safety and sanitation

What we offer

• Free Play & half‑price food for team members.
• Health, dental, vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Access to a free mental‑well‑being platform.