Job Description

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Location: Charlotte, NC (Intercity travel: Lower Southend, Ballantyne, Mount Holly, and Cornelius)

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Join OMB — Where Craft, Culture, and Culinary Excellence Meet

As Charlotte’s original independent brewery and a nationally recognized destination—voted USA Today’s Best Biergarten in America—The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (OMB) is synonymous with quality, authenticity, and community.

We’re seeking an accomplished Corporate Executive Chef to lead our growing culinary operations. This strategic, hands-on leader will shape the food experience across OMB’s expanding portfolio—currently two locations, with two additional biergartens planned over the next three years.

The ideal candidate is a passionate culinarian and seasoned operator who thrives on developing teams, innovating menus, and driving excellence across multiple venues.

This is more than a kitchen role—it’s a leadership opportunity to define the culinary vision for one of the Southeast’s most beloved craft beer brands. If you’re a culinary innovator who leads with excellence, inspires teams, and thrives in a growth environment, we’d love to meet you.

About OMB

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Founded in 2009, The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is Charlotte’s premier craft brewery, proudly producing beers in strict accordance with the German Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot of 1516). OMB’s commitment to quality extends from its handcrafted lagers and ales to the vibrant biergarten culture it fosters in the community.

From our flagship Lower South End campus to the recently opened Ballantyne location (2024) —and with Mount Holly (2026) and beyond on the horizon—OMB delivers an unmatched blend of craftsmanship, hospitality, and local pride.

What You’ll Do:

Culinary Leadership

• Provide strategic oversight for all culinary operations across multiple locations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce operational standards, recipes, and safety protocols.
• Manage kitchen P&L and drive profitability through effective cost control and process improvement.
• Partner with GMs and Operations leadership to align culinary execution with company goals.
• Lead quarterly culinary performance reviews, audits, and team meetings.
• Maintain rigorous health, sanitation, and safety standards across all facilities.

Menu Development & Culinary Innovation

• Design and execute creative, high-quality menus for Tap Room dining, Garten Grill, and catering operations.
• Balance consistency and innovation—honoring OMB’s brand while evolving its culinary identity.
• Oversee recipe costing, food presentation, and product sourcing to ensure premium quality and efficiency.
• Evaluate emerging culinary trends and integrate appropriate innovations into OMB’s offerings.

Talent Management & Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Sous Chefs and culinary professionals.
• Recruit, train, and develop high-performing talent with clear career progression.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional kitchen culture rooted in teamwork and accountability.
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement ongoing training and recognition programs.

Strategic Growth & Expansion

Strategic Growth & Expansion

• Collaborate with leadership on the design, layout, and equipment selection for new kitchens and future renovations.
• Develop operational systems and training programs to support scalable growth.
• Establish culinary specifications and standard operating procedures for future OMB locations.
• Identify technologies and tools that enhance kitchen performance and guest experience.

Culture & Collaboration

• Embody and champion OMB’s core values: Quality, Integrity, Service, Pride, Leadership, and Teamwork
• Partner cross-functionally with front-of-house leaders to ensure an exceptional guest experience.
• Actively contribute to company strategy sessions, L10 meetings, and leadership initiatives.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive salary with quarterly performance-based incentive plan
• Comprehensive medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Beer stipend and employee discount (food, merchandise, and beer)

Qualifications

• Culinary degree required; advanced certification preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in high-volume or multi-unit culinary operations.
• 5+ years of restaurant multi-unit management & currently working in a multi-unit role.
• Proven track record of managing P&L and driving financial performance.
• ServeSafe certification required.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Creative, organized, and solutions-oriented approach with a passion for hospitality and craft beer.
• Can provide multiple positive references.

OMB Core Values

1. Dedication to quality, no shortcuts
2. Integrity, do the right thing
3. Service-minded
4. Point of pride in the community
5. Lead, don’t follow
6. Team

Additional Requirements to Consider

• All candidates must pass a pre-employment/post offer background check
• Applications are reviewed regularly for both locations. If we would like to move forward with the interview process, HR will contact you via phone or email.
• Positions are posted and maintained regularly. If you have not received any communication from HR, we may not have an open position at the time, but may contact you for a future position.
• OMB Participates in E-Verify for employment verification.
• OMB is an equal opportunity employer that hires individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities.

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