Executive Chef

Convene Hospitality Group (CHG) operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations to host gatherings of all kinds, ranging from small corporate meetings to immersive brand activations and beyond. We love bringing people together in person, and that passion for great experiences extends to our employees as well. If you're interested in creating inspiring moments of connection, consider joining our team. Executive Chef | NeueHouse Madison Square, NYC (Members Club + Event Space) Location: Flatiron, NYC Start: ASAP Compensation: Base Salary of $110K-$125K + 20% annual bonus eligibility NeueHouse Madison Square is seeking an Executive Chef with a genuine fine-dining pedigree who has led ambitious kitchens, built direct relationships with farmers and artisan producers, and can run a large, high-volume operation without losing sight of craft. This is a cultural cornerstone position where you will define the culinary identity of a historic 1913 Flatiron landmark where the world's most innovative creators gather to work, dine, and connect. As Executive Chef, you are the guardian of the guest experience across our members-only restaurant, private lounges, and high-profile event spaces. You will lead a single, high-performing kitchen operation that delivers exceptional à la carte dining alongside a multi-million-dollar private events program. Beyond driving culinary excellence, you are a culture architect who sets the tone for the kitchen, develops your team, and creates an environment where people are empowered to do their best work every day. About NeueHouse Madison Square Located in the heart of the Flatiron District, NeueHouse Madison Square is a landmark of New York’s creative scene, housed in a historic 1913 industrial building that once served as an auction house. NeueHouse Madison Square offers a timeless design, emotive experiences, and elevated hospitality. Across eight floors, it offers special event spaces, membership lounges, private office suites, and a members-only restaurant and bar, all artfully blending an edgy, industrial aesthetic with the comfort and warmth of a designer residence. What You'll Do: You will report directly to the House Director as a strategic partner in the house's success. You are a seasoned culinary leader, ideally with a background in celebrated fine-dining or farm-driven kitchens, who thrives in high-volume environments without ever compromising the precision of fine-dining presentation. Culinary Leadership & Vision Oversee all day-to-day culinary operations across the restaurant, lounges, and event spaces, ensuring every dish meets the exacting standards our members expect. Lead end-to-end food production for all corporate meetings, high-profile conferences, and exclusive social events. Build and maintain direct relationships with farmers, ranchers, fishmongers, and artisan suppliers to drive a distinctive, seasonally-led menu, sourcing is a core part of this role, not an afterthought. Review PEOs (Private Event Orders) with a keen eye, developing and assigning production tasks to ensure seamless execution across all eight floors — this program represents a significant share of house revenue and deserves a leader who has run private events at real scale. Approach menu and service design with a strategic lens, accounting for member benefit, the competitive dining landscape (both member organizations and nearby dining competitors), and the broader NeueHouse brand. Team Cultivation & Culture Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of culinary professionals across multiple stations and shifts, acting as a mentor who motivates them to be "1% better every day." Ensure all employees are treated with equity and respect, handling personnel matters with the professionalism and care that defines our culture. Conduct impactful pre-shift meetings to brief the team…