JOB DETAILS

Chef/Kitchen Manager

CompanyMaggie's Farm
LocationMiddleton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 3, 2026
About The Company
Serenitee Restaurant Group consists of eight distinct restaurants North of Boston, with our headquarters located in historic Gloucester. Each restaurant within the group has its own unique personality, vibe and menu concept and while Serenitee's core cultural values drive the overall operating procedures of each restaurant, there is a unique and vibrant culture that has emerged within each of the group's eight unique locations. Our simple mission statement, "we are in the business of making people happy"​, is at the heart of everything we do. This philosophy applies to our guests and our employees alike and we make every decision with this value in mind. Who we are: We are passionate. About food. Beverage. And people. We believe that engaging service beats technically perfect service every time. We empower our employees to "break a rule, make a friend"​. We are not robots. We are unique. We are engaging. We are in the business of making connections. We thrive on those connections. We believe in the importance of every detail in the accumulation of the whole. We believe in people first. We believe in community. We understand that our job is to bring out the best of everyone around us. We practice collaboration and believe in the power of group wisdom. We believe in learning from our mistakes. We value continual growth and are always striving to be better than we were yesterday. And we have a peaceful sense that things are always getting better.
About the Role

Description

Maggie’s Farm — part of the Serenitee Restaurant Group, a locally owned collection of chef-inspired restaurants across the North Shore — is looking for a passionate and creative Chef to lead our kitchen and inspire our team.


At Maggie’s Farm, we believe food should be fun, flavorful, and a little unexpected. Our menus are built on creativity, seasonality, and a love of hospitality. We’re looking for someone who shares that spirit — a chef who makes "cool food" and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.


About Serenitee Restaurant Group

Serenitee is a family of independent North Shore restaurants, each with its own unique vibe and menu — including Maggie’s Farm, 15 Walnut, Hale Street Tavern, and more. Behind the individuality of each restaurant is a shared mission: to serve amazing food, create welcoming spaces, and grow our people.


At Serenitee, you’ll have the support of a passionate restaurant group that values creativity, work-life balance, and career growth. We promote from within and encourage our chefs to bring their ideas to the table — literally.


We want someone who:

  • A creative chef with a strong culinary background and leadership experience.
  • Passion for hospitality — we love great food, but we love great people even more.
  • Someone who thrives in a collaborative, community-driven restaurant culture.
  • A sense of humor, curiosity, and a drive to make every plate memorable.
  • Lives and breathes food, trends, and hospitality.
  • Has a creative spark and isn’t afraid to try new things.
  • Brings positive energy to the kitchen and builds up their team.
  • Takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead the culinary vision at Maggie’s Farm, creating dishes that are unique, craveable, and true to our “cool food” philosophy.
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, inventory, and scheduling.
  • Collaborate with Serenitee’s culinary leadership on menu innovation, specials, and events.
  • Uphold the highest standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation.
  • Build and mentor a positive, motivated kitchen team.
  • Maintain the highest standards of quality, presentation, and cleanliness.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary of $100,000 - $110,00, depending on experience
  • Quarterly bonus plan that is generous and achievable
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with a generous employer contribution
  • Paid vacation time
  • Dining discounts across all Serenitee locations
  • Career growth opportunities in a local, growing restaurant group
  • Supportive leadership team that values creativity, collaboration, and fun

Requirements

  • 5+ years of kitchen management experience in a $6–8 million annual sales restaurant.
  • Proven success leading high-volume operations and large kitchen teams.
  • Strong understanding of cost control, ordering, and labor management.
  • Experience with menu development and executing creative, seasonal dishes.
Key Skills
Culinary LeadershipKitchen ManagementMenu DevelopmentCost ControlInventory ManagementLabor ManagementStaff MentoringHigh-Volume OperationsSeasonal CookingHospitality Management
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Quarterly Bonus PlanHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Vacation TimeDining DiscountsCareer Growth Opportunities
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Lead the culinary vision and daily kitchen operations at Maggie's Farm, focusing on creative and seasonal menu innovation. Oversee prep, inventory, scheduling, and the mentorship of a motivated kitchen team to ensure high quality and consistency.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$100,000 - $110,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
68
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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