Executive Chef

Executive Chef – Cheeky (Charleston, SC)
Cheeky is a high energy seafood restaurant celebrating pristine coastal ingredients, pouring great cocktails and vibrant wines and bubbles, buzzing with lively indoor-outdoor energy, and defined by warm spirited hospitality.

Cheeky is looking for a detail-orientated and passionate Executive Chef. Elevate your craft in a place where craftmanship, hospitality, and innovation come together.

As part of The Neighborhood Dining Group (Husk, Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, The James), we’re committed to redefining what it means to cook—and lead—with purpose in Charleston.

What We Provide for YOU!:

• Highly competitive compensation

• Outstanding benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance?after 30 days

• 401(k) with employer match?(free money)

• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)?that increases with tenure

• Paid parking?

• Employer paid therapy, coaching, and mental health resource (Modern Health)?

• Next-day pay access?

• Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)?

• Dining discounts, gym membership discounts, and more!

• Professional work environment

• Internal job board providing growth opportunities within the company

• Leadership development and a learning environment

• Quarterly profit-sharing program

About Us:
From the team behind Husk, Delaney Oyster House, Marbled & Fin, The James, and Minero, comes Cheeky, the newest concept from The Neighborhood Dining Group. Cheeky is our chance to let loose a little while staying true to the high standards of quality, craft, and hospitality that define our restaurants. With a playful spirit and plenty of personality, Cheeky pushes beyond the traditional into something freer, brighter, and more forward-looking. Here, fresh ideas, exceptional seafood, and genuine hospitality create a restaurant that feels lively, energetic, and distinctly its own.

Who We're Looking For:

You are someone who leads with creativity, confidence, and integrity—someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment and inspires excellence across the kitchen. This is an exciting opportunity to take the helm of a chef-driven concept within a nationally acclaimed restaurant group known for innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Lead culinary operations with integrity, creativity, and consistency to support a best-in-class dining experience.
• Foster a positive, high-performing kitchen culture through hands-on mentorship, collaboration, and feedback.
• Oversee food quality, kitchen systems, and sanitation standards with unwavering attention to detail.
• Develop, train, and inspire kitchen staff while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen labor to meet financial goals and operational needs.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and leadership team to execute strategic business and culinary objectives.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and organizational standards across all culinary shifts.
• Stay current with culinary trends and continue evolving our seasonal, progressive menu offerings.

What You'll Bring:

• A seasoned leader with culinary management experience in an upscale or fine dining environment.
• Passionate about exceptional food, sourcing, and technique with a deep understanding of modern plating and menu development.
• Driven, organized, and committed to maintaining high standards for execution, cleanliness, and consistency.
• Motivated to lead and train kitchen staff with a focus on mentorship, collaboration, and culinary excellence.
• Clear and confident in communication, able to foster teamwork and alignment across BOH and FOH.
• A commitment to hospitality, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Lead