Executive Chef in Baltimore, Maryland at Atlas Restaurant Group

At Nine Tailed Fox, our Chinese-inspired dining experience is rooted in story, energy, and craft. Inspired by the mystique and symbolism of the nine-tailed fox legend, this is a place where fire meets finesse. It is where bold flavors, thoughtful technique, and layered storytelling come together in every dish.

We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary direction. Someone who thrives in creation, brings discipline to execution, and leads with both edge and heart.

The Role

As Executive Chef, you are the culinary leader and driving force of the kitchen. You will:

• Shape and evolve the culinary vision of Nine Tailed Fox
• Design menus that are expressive, intentional, and rooted in both tradition and innovation
• Lead daily kitchen operations with clarity, urgency, and consistency
• Build, train, and inspire a high-performing kitchen team grounded in pride and accountability
• Own food quality, execution, and presentation at every stage of service
• Partner closely with leadership to continuously refine and elevate the guest experience
• Establish systems that support creativity while ensuring operational excellence

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience leading the daily kitchen in an Asian restaurant
• A chef who leads with both creativity and discipline
• Deep respect for ingredients, technique, and cultural inspiration
• Strong ability to balance storytelling through food with operational consistency
• Proven leadership in high-volume, high-energy kitchen environments
• A builder of teams and culture—not just execution
• Calm under pressure, direct in communication, and passionate about standards

What We Bring

At Atlas, we are intentional about how we show up for our leaders because the experience you create for our teams starts with the experience we create for you. We invest in our people in a way that is thoughtful, competitive, and built for growth.

Total Rewards
The base salary range for this role is $115,000-$130,000, aligned with your experience, leadership scope, and the impact you bring to the business.

Your Experience at Atlas Includes

• Health coverage that supports you—medical, dental, and vision

• A 401(k) to invest in your future

• 100% company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance for added peace of mind

• Paid parental leave to support life’s biggest moments

• Ongoing learning and leadership development to keep you growing

• Real opportunities to move, grow, and build your career across our brands and markets

• Pet Insurance options—because they’re part of your family too

• A 40% dining discount across all Atlas Restaurant Group properties, so you can experience what we create

This is more than a role. It’s an opportunity to lead, grow, and shape the culture that defines Atlas.

Why Atlas?

At Atlas Restaurant Group, we believe hospitality is a craft and culture is the differentiator. We are a growing collection of best-in-class concepts and hospitality destinations built on energy, excellence, and experience. From waterfront hotels to iconic restaurants, we create spaces where guests celebrate life’s moments and where our teams build meaningful careers. Here, leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and challenge our leaders to think strategically, act boldly, and execute flawlessly.
We move with intention.
We hold high standards.
We lead the right way by being grounded in our Core Values of Excellence, Trust, Responsibility, Professionalism, Teamwork, Community, and Uniqueness.
At Atlas, we don’t chase industry standards. We define them.