Executive Chef
Lead the Heart of Our Food Hall!
Operated by The Bartolotta Restaurants, Downtown Kitchen is the go-to gathering place for breakfast, lunch, meetings, and more in the U.S. Bank Center in downtown Milwaukee. Downtown Kitchen brings together welcoming hospitality, fresh food, and reliable service for guests throughout the workday.
Bring your culinary vision to life as the Executive Chef of Downtown Kitchen, leading a cohesive culinary operation. You'll inspire and develop a talented team while driving exceptional food quality, operational excellence, and unforgettable guest experiences. If you're a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about creating great food and great teams, we invite you to join us.
What Makes This Opportunity STAND Out
- Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends.
- No holidays!
- Daytime hours, approximately 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
- Opportunity to lead a high-volume breakfast and lunch operation in downtown Milwaukee.
- Part of The Bartolotta Restaurants, one of the region’s premier hospitality organizations.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Executive Chef provides strategic and operational leadership for all culinary operations within the Food Hall, overseeing one cohesive culinary concept delivered through multiple food stations. This role is responsible for ensuring consistent execution of food quality, recipes, presentation, production standards, and guest experience across every station while fostering collaboration and accountability within the culinary team. The Executive Chef directs menu execution, inventory management, purchasing, labor planning, food safety, sanitation, and cost controls to drive operational excellence and financial performance. This position continuously evaluates menu offerings, seasonal ingredients, guest preferences, and operational efficiencies to enhance the Food Hall experience while upholding the organization's culinary standards and brand.