Executive Chef

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Full Time Boston, MA, US

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $ Annually

Avra Estiatorio, an iconic Greek & Mediterranean restaurant group known for its incredible fresh fish market, seasonal produce, and warm, professional service, is expanding to Boston in Spring 2026. We are seeking passionate, hands-on culinary leaders to join our opening team as Executive Chef.

The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu development, kitchen leadership, food quality, and cost control, while ensuring an exceptional dining experience. Fine dining restaurant experience is a MUST for this role.

• Overseeallkitchenoperations,ensuring consistency,quality,andexecutionofdishesatthehighestlevel.
• Lead,train,andmanagetheculinaryteamtomaintaindiscipline,morale,and professionalism.
• Developandmaintainseasonal,innovative,andcost-effectivemenusalignedwiththerestaurant’sconcept.
• Monitorfoodcosts,inventory,andwastetoensureprofitabilityandsustainability.
• Ensurecompliancewithhealth,sanitation,andsafetyregulationsatalltimes.
• Workcloselywithfront-of-house,beverage,andeventsteamstocreateharmoniouspairingsandexperiences.
• Overseevendorrelationships,sourcingthehighestqualityingredientsandnegotiatingpricingwhennecessary.
• Continuouslyevaluatekitchenoperationsandworkflowforefficiencyandimprovement.
• Maintain a strong presence on the line during service and act as a role model for culinary excellence.
• Minimumof7yearsofculinaryleadershipexperience,withatleast3yearsasan
  
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  Chefinafinedining setting.
• Deepunderstandingofmodernandclassicculinarytechniques,ingredientsourcing,andplatingaesthetics.
• Strongleadershipandcommunicationskillswithahands-on,team-orientedmanagementstyle.
• Proventrackrecordofdevelopinghigh-performingkitchenteams.
• Excellenttimemanagement,organization,and problem-solving abilities.
• Abilitytoperformunderpressureinafast-paced,detail-drivenenvironment.
• Serv Safecertificationorequivalentrequired.
• Culinary degree preferred but not required with relevant experience.
• Competitivesalarybasedonexperience.
• Paidvacationandsickdays.
• Health,dental,andvisioninsurance.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.

• Proven experience in fine dining and high-volume kitchens
• A leader who cultivates strong, positive teamsand leads by example
• A chef who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment
• This is a true kitchen-floor leadership role, not an office job — candidates must be skilled expeditors who stay present on the line and in service.
• A commitment to food excellence, consistency, and hospitality

Avra is an established, respected brand with decades-long following in New York, Beverly Hills, Miami, and Dallas. We are known for our:

• Exceptional workplace culture
• Long-standing commitment to employee well-being
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Strong internal growth and development programs

Be part of a flagship opening and help build a world-class restaurant from the ground up. This is an extraordinary opportunity for chefs who want to inspire, mentor, and grow with a company that values its people.