Executive Chef at The Falcon

The Falcon is a family-owned live music venue, restaurant, and arts space that has been operating in the Hudson Valley for nearly 20 years. We run across two floors with multiple kitchens, bars, and stages, plus outdoor decks overlooking a waterfall. We host world-class live music 4 nights a week as well as private events, weddings, and community gatherings, drawing musicians and guests from around the world.

There's a real energy to this place, and the kitchen is a big part of that. We're looking for an experienced, grounded Executive Chef who can make it their own: shape the menu, build a strong kitchen culture, and grow with us.

What This Role Involves

• Leading all kitchen operations
• Developing and maintaining a high-quality, efficient menu
• Building systems for prep, service flow, and consistency
• Managing, training, and scheduling kitchen staff
• Managing food cost, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Keeping a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment
• Collaborating with ownership and front of house to improve the overall guest experience

Who This Role Is For

• A calm, organized leader
• Someone driven and creative who knows good food and how to make it happen
• Experienced running a kitchen and operating in a leadership role
• Comfortable working in a non-traditional environment with fluctuating volume
• Interested in building something, not just executing shifts

Compensation

$60,000 to $80,000 salary, depending on experience and level of responsibility.

We are open to a strong working chef ready to stabilize and execute, or a more experienced operator looking to take full ownership of systems and help us grow.

Schedule

Wednesday through Sunday, with additional prep, admin, and event hours as needed. As a leadership role, schedule will vary based on service and event demands.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person