Executive Chef

Executive Chef – Whiskey Yard

Location: 7524 Bales Street, Liberty Township, OH 45069
Reports To: Director of Food & Beverage
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 per year Bonus Potential
Full-Time | Salaried | Benefits Included

About Whiskey Yard

Whiskey Yard is a chef-driven restaurant concept from Epic Brands , focused on elevated comfort food — scratch-made dishes crafted with creativity, passion, and precision. Each plate tells a story of bold flavor and thoughtful execution, served in an energetic and welcoming atmosphere.

While our name nods to our signature whiskey and cocktail offerings, the true spotlight is on the kitchen — where innovation, craft, and hospitality come together to create something unforgettable.

The Role

The Executive Chef will lead all culinary operations, ensuring consistency, creativity, and operational excellence. This position requires a hands-on leader who can inspire their team, manage food and labor costs, and continue to evolve a menu that excites guests and reflects Whiskey Yard’s distinctive personality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the culinary team through mentorship, creativity, and accountability.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, from prep to service execution.
• Maintain brand standards for flavor, presentation, and quality.
• Manage food and labor costs to achieve prime cost targets.
• Ensure full compliance with sanitation, safety, and health standards.
• Partner with leadership to develop seasonal features and new menu items.
• Maintain positive vendor relationships and oversee inventory and ordering.
Recruit, train, and develop talented kitchen professionals.

What We’re Looking For

• 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a chef-driven or upscale casual concept.
• Demonstrated success in team leadership, cost management, and operational systems.
• Deep understanding of scratch cooking, flavor development, and plating aesthetics.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Culinary degree preferred, but not required — proven excellence speaks louder.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $70,000–$80,000 Bonus Potential
• 75% Employer-Paid Healthcare Plan
• 401(k)
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid Training Shift Meals
• Career Growth Opportunities within Epic Brands’ family of award-winning concepts
  

About Epic Brands

Epic Brands is the creative force behind acclaimed restaurant concepts including Agave & Rye, Son of a Butcher Steakhouse, BITE ME Cupcakery, Cowboy Sally’s, and the newly opened hot spot Tokyo Pie.
We are a culture-driven company built on LOVE, COMMUNITY, and EXCELLENCE.
Our mission is simple — to create EPIC experiences for our guests, our teams, and our communities.

If you’re a culinary leader ready to bring your creativity to a kitchen where the food truly takes center stage — Whiskey Yard is calling.