Amentum is seeking an Executive Chef in the Williamsburg area of Virginia. The Executive Chef directs the daily activities in the kitchen/cafeteria, manages the food service program and will supervise and evaluate food service personnel The Executive Chef shall provide oversight of the food service operations and contribute to planning, Ordering, scheduling, and quality inspections of the work performed for this effort. The Executive Chef shall demonstrate and apply highly developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
Job Requirements:
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Menu & Recipe Development: Designing innovative menus and unique recipes that align with the establishment's theme and seasonal availability.
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Kitchen Operations: Overseeing back-of-house operations, including station setup, equipment maintenance, and ensuring a steady flow of dishes during service.
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Staff Leadership: Must possess strong leadership abilities. The Executive Chef is responsible for hiring, training, and mentoring a diverse kitchen team, from sous chefs to dishwashers. This includes setting schedules and conducting performance reviews.
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Financial Control: Proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, and analyzing food cost data.
- Quality Control & Compliance: Ensuring all dishes meet high standards of taste and presentation before leaving the kitchen. They are strictly responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal food safety (HACCP) and sanitation standards.
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Expediting: Coordinating orders during service to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience: 5+ years of experience in a similar role or as a sous chef.
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Education: Culinary school degree or equivalent experience.
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Leadership: Ability to motivate a large team, delegate effectively, and maintain a positive work environment under extreme pressure.
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Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and menu planning.
- Valid Driver’s license
- US Citizen
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills needed to relate positively customers.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Proven experience working as a supervisor in the hospitality industry.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- The ability to stand for extended periods.
- Strong management skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
Must have a government issued clearance at time of application
Compensation Details:
$70,000-$85,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
02/19/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
