Executive Sous Chef - Relo to NW Michigan
Flint, MI 48501
Job Description
BBQ experience in background a huge plus!
Are you an amazing, hands-on leader with a passion for extraordinary cuisine and exceptional customer service? Are you looking for an opportunity that provides creative latitude with a well-financed, independent group? An Executive Sous Chef is needed to take a completely rebuilt, multifaceted culinary operation to the next level. Ideal candidates hail from high volume, polished, full-service corporate concepts or independent brands a combination of both might be the perfect recipe! If working for a family-oriented group that offers a great compensation package, relocation assistance and an opportunity for growth is what you are searching for, then forward your resume today!
Executive Sous Chef Requirements:
- 3+ years Sous Chef or higher experience
- Annual sales volume experience of $4 million+
- Stable tenure, no more than 2 jobs in 5 years
- High energy, hands-on culinary leader
Executive Sous Chef Compensation/Benefits:
- Generous salary
- Relocation assistance with short term housing
- Paid vacation/PTO
- Medical Insurance
- Well financed ownership that offers creative latitude
Additional Information
Recruiter Managing this Job

Eric Esterline
Senior Recruiter
After spending four decades in restaurant operations, recruiting for Goodwin Recruiting allows me to keep that connection with the industry I love and also continue to impact people and their careers.
- Eric Esterline started working with Goodwin Recruiting in April 2019. Eric says he remembers it well, as it is his brother's (Todd) birthday. Todd has actually been with Goodwin Recruiting for a few years, and due to his great passion for the business, convinced Eric to come on board.
- Originally a Buckeye who grew up in Ohio, Eric left for Chicago for nine years to enter the restaurant business. From Chicago, he ventured on to Michigan for the last almost 20 years! Eric’s a Buckeye in Michigan, who will always represent the Scarlet and Gray!
- The biggest piece of Eric’s career is an 18+ year career with Brinker International and Chili’s. Eric started as a manager and worked up to an Area Director for 15+ years and loved his time there. Eric interviewed, developed, and hired a ton of managers in multi-unit roles – so, joining Goodwin was a great chance to continue that fun and a rewarding part of the hospitality business!
- When he is not looking for great candidates or partnerships, Eric loves to spend time on the golf course, in the RV, or at a sporting event or two. Eric’s wife, Kris, and their two dogs love to hit the road in the RV for the great Michigan summers!