xAI

xAI

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Executive Chef

Posted Aug 15, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Culinary degree and 4+ years of industry experience; or 6+ years of industry experience
Visa support
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident...

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Role Summary

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The Executive Chef oversees multiple food-service outlets and teams, with emphasis on higher-end food experiences for company guests and VIPs. The role partners with executive staff to conceptualize and manage outlets and services, maintain consistency across offerings, and support employee engagement activities.

What You'll Do

  • Set and enforce standards of operation across multiple kitchen outlet environments and service formats.
  • Support executive and sous chefs with operations, team development, and overall department management.
  • Enforce food and workplace safety practices and train staff on planning materials, safety protocols, and health inspection guidelines.
  • Oversee hiring and disciplinary decisions for the food-services team.
  • Coordinate successful openings of new outlets, with particular emphasis on VIP experiences, and continue their day-to-day operation.
  • Plan and meet cost-per-head targets for assigned sites and outlets.

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Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate; culinary degree and 4+ years of industry experience, or 6+ years of industry experience; 2+ years of experience in a multi-outlet operation facility; kitchen and/or dining area renovation/construction experience; ServSafe/equivalent state-recognized manager level food handler certification; valid drivers license; valid food managers certification; ability to work all shifts and overtime, weekends and holidays as needed; willingness to travel occasionally.

Required

  • Culinary degree
  • Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office and Outlook software
  • Experience in a corporate environment
  • Experience with high volume or batch cooking
  • Experience leading a group of 20 or more team members
  • Advanced knowledge of kitchen equipment and safe kitchen operations
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Executive Chef plays a vital role in the company, contributing directly to SpaceXAI’s success and historical milestones by overseeing teams within multiple outlets, fueling the workforce overall, and with a particular emphasis on the higher-end food experiences for the company’s guests and/or VIPs. This individual works with the executive staff to conceptualize and oversee multiple outlets and services, ensure consistency across all offerings, and coordinate out-of-this-world employee engagement activities. This position requires a versatile set of restaurant industry skills, an imagination without bounds, and a lot of “can-do” attitude.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Follow, set, and enforce standards of operation in multiple kitchen outlet environments and service formats
  • Support executive chef and/or sous chef/s with operation, team development, and overall department in its entirety
  • Enforce both food and general workplace safety in all food services areas
  • Train staff on work planning materials, safety protocols, and health inspection guidelines
  • Oversee hiring and disciplinary decisions for their team, keeping in mind overall wellbeing of all food services
  • Coordinate successful openings of new outlets, with particular emphasis on VIP experiences
  • Continue operation of new outlets throughout the entirety of there existence once in regular day-to-day operation
  • Plan and meet cost per head targets at their site and/or outlets set by executive chef
  • Support hiring, development, retention and overall team management for all food service’s staff

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • Culinary degree and 4+ years of industry experience; or 6+ years of industry experience
  • 2+ years of experience in a multi-outlet operation facility

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Culinary degree
  • Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office and Outlook software
  • Experience in a corporate environment
  • Experience with high volume or batch cooking
  • Experience leading a group of 20 or more team members
  • Advanced knowledge of kitchen equipment and safe kitchen operations
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Kitchen and or dining area renovation/construction experience
  • Ability to carry large heavy items, such as dishes in tubs or trays unassisted (up to 25 lbs.)
  • Must have or be able to obtain a ServSafe/equivalent state-recognized manager level food handler certification
  • Able to stand for long periods of time – up to 10 hours a day
  • Able to perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting of objects
  • Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime, weekends and holiday(s) as needed
  • Must participate in internal leadership and development training
  • Must be willing to travel occasionally
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Valid Food Managers Certification

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here

SpaceXAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.

xAI

About the company

xAI

Large Enterprise

xAI is a cutting-edge technology company focused on developing advanced artificial intelligence solutions to enhance human capabilities and optimize decision-making processes. Founded by a team of leading experts in AI and machine learning, xAI aims to address complex challenges across various industries, including healthcare, finance, and transportation. By prioritizing ethical AI development, the company is committed to creating innovative tools that empower organizations to harness the full potential of artificial intelligence while ensuring transparency and accountability.