Executive Chef
About Us
Suser Restaurant Group is comprised of Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall, located in the lakes area of Oakland County. We invite you to join our talented team that is committed to providing amazing food and service to our guests — whom we treat like family.
The Role
The Executive Chef is the culinary leader of Suser Restaurant Group, responsible for the vision, execution, and overall excellence of the food program across all three concepts. This is a role for a seasoned culinary professional who combines exceptional technical skill with strong business acumen and genuine passion for developing people. The ideal candidate is a creative, hands-on leader who takes ownership of the kitchen, inspires their team, and is committed to delivering an outstanding dining experience to every guest, every shift.
Responsibilities
- Provide culinary vision and leadership across Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall, ensuring a cohesive and exceptional food program across all three concepts
- Lead, mentor, coach, and develop the entire back of house team — including Sous Chefs, Kitchen Managers, Line Cooks, and Prep Cooks — fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous growth
- Design, develop, and execute seasonal menus and daily specials that reflect current culinary trends, showcase premium ingredients, and align with the identity and guest expectations of each concept
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all kitchens on every shift
- Conduct regular line checks, taste tests, and kitchen walkthroughs to ensure all food meets established standards before it reaches the guest
- Oversee all food and labor cost management, including ordering, inventory control, portion management, waste reduction, and vendor relationships
- Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for all kitchen stations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and adherence to recipe standards
- Ensure strict compliance with all health codes, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and company policies across all kitchens at all times
- Collaborate with ownership and senior management on business strategy, concept development, special events, and catering operations at Union 212 Banquet Hall
- Oversee the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance management of all back of house team members
- Manage kitchen scheduling across all concepts to ensure adequate staffing while maintaining labor cost targets
- Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment across all locations, ensuring proper preventative maintenance and prompt resolution of any issues
- Stay current on culinary trends, local sourcing opportunities, and industry best practices, bringing fresh ideas and inspiration to the team
- Represent Suser Restaurant Group with professionalism and passion, serving as an ambassador for the brand both inside and outside the kitchen
What We're Looking For
- 4+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including prior leadership experience in a full-service restaurant
- Exceptional technical culinary skills with a broad knowledge of cooking methods, techniques, cuisines, and ingredients
- Proven track record of menu development, food cost management, and kitchen operations at a high level
- Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and hold a large team accountable
- Solid understanding of food and labor cost management, inventory control, ordering, and vendor relations
- ServSafe certification preferred
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to work with a high degree of independence and make sound, strategic decisions under pressure
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- A genuine passion for food, hospitality, and building a kitchen culture that people are proud to be a part of
We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Employee discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Real opportunities for growth and advancement
- A supportive team culture built on respect, accountability, and collaboration
- The opportunity to shape the culinary identity of a growing, multi-concept restaurant group
This Is More Than a Job.
It's an opportunity to leave your mark on a kitchen — and a community. As Executive Chef of Suser Restaurant Group, you'll have the creative freedom, leadership platform, and team support to build something truly exceptional across three distinct and beloved concepts. If you're a culinary leader who is ready to take full ownership of a food program, inspire a talented team, and help define what great dining looks like in Oakland County, we want to hear from you. Join us at Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall — Apply Today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Our Mission
" Welcome neighbours and friends, we are proud of our team and community and our food and service reflects the warmth and compassion that we extend to our guests. We strive to stay on trend and welcome comments that will help us grow. Growth only occurs with nourishment!. "
Vision
To be recognized as a progressive leader in our industry that is reflected by our commitment to our team, giving them the proper tools in their pursuit of excellence and a trusted source of hospitality and responsibility to our community.
Food & Drink
" We are singularly focused on creating unique and satisfying dishes and drinks by using time tested recipes and the skills of our Culinary and Bar staff. We take great pride in every plate and glass we put out to the public and will always strive to be the place that our community thinks of first when deciding where to go for the evening!
Community
"And last but not least, Suser Restaurant Group is committed to “Giving Back: to our Local community. Through our “Dining for Dollars Programs” and other venues, we have given back Tens of Thousands of Dollars to Local Schools, Families in need, Community Outreach Programs and many more worthy organizations. We feel it is our responsibility to be a big part of the community that has contributed so much of our success since opening our doors in 2003."
