Executive Sous Chef

Overview

Moat Mountain Brewing Co., a long-standing staple in North Conway, NH, is rebranding toward a gastropub experience — pairing exceptional craft beer with elevated, chef-driven cuisine — and seeking a hands-on Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision. This is a pivotal role in the next chapter of our company, including our long-term plan to transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• Recruit, train, and mentor back-of-house staff
• Foster a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and accountability
• Manage scheduling, labor efficiency, and kitchen workflow
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance
• Control food costs and drive profitability without compromising quality
• Work closely with ownership on purchasing, vendor relationships, and forecasting
• Develop seasonal menus, daily specials, and beer-pairing features
• Background in smoked meats, BBQ, or live-fire cooking is a strong plus
• Embrace local ingredients and modern gastropub trends
• Must be fully capable and willing to work the hot line when needed

• Proven success as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or high-level Sous Chef in a scratch kitchen environment
• Strong foundation in human resources, team leadership, food costing, and labor management
• Experience With Smoked Meats And BBQ Programs Highly Preferred
• Creative but disciplined — able to balance culinary passion with operational performance
• Experience in brewpub, gastropub, or high-volume independent restaurant settings preferred
• A collaborative mindset with interest in long-term growth through ESOP participation

• Competitive pay — commensurate with experience and performance
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• ESOP Participation — be part of the ownership journey as we transition to employee-owned
• Lifestyle Perks — Live where others vacation! North Conway offers skiing, hiking, mountain biking, rivers, and national forests nearby
• Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 Annual
• Bonus/Commission:
  Yes

Location:

North Conway, NH

Employment Type:

Full Time