Updated on September 10, 2025
Edge by Goldmoor Inn - #1 Fine Dining Award Winner
Harper Associates has been exclusively retained for the search.
This quaint Inn was once a privately owned estate perched on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. Three decades ago, it was transformed into an elegant country inn that offers gourmet dining, luxurious accommodations for overnight guests, and beautifully maintained gardens and grounds. It is a charming bed and breakfast that provides the perfect location for a romantic getaway or destination wedding.
Edge By Goldmoor Inn
With a reputation for outstanding gourmet food and impeccable service, the Inn has a small, fine dining restaurant (~30 seats) and a catering facility which can accommodate up to 150 for intimate weddings and other events. The property offers a Chef’s Table and Chef’s cooking class. The Chefs are provided with a private garden on the estate grounds. This is an exceptional opportunity for a hands-on working Sous Chef who would welcome a unique opportunity to run a creative, scratch kitchen in an exceptionally unique setting. The Chefs must enjoy media exposure and guest interaction.
Culinary degree required. Excellent salary & bonus package. All referrals confidential. Housing available for 90 days. $62,000 - $65,000
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PRIVATE FAMILY CHEF - BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI
Monday-Friday Hours
Prefer ties to Detroit area and Private Chef expertise.
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Very busy household is seeking a full-time Chef who enjoys working in a family setting. The Chef will plan and prepare breakfast (certain days of the week), after school snack and dinner, Monday-Friday. There will be an agreed upon schedule, however, the Chef must be flexible to work varied hours to accommodate the family’s needs, which do change frequently. The family likes classic meals, including Mediterranean fare. Favorite recipes will be shared for use as well.
Job entails:
Excellent salary ($80,000 - $110,000) commensurate with experience plus terrific benefits!
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BANQUET CHEF (OFF PREMISE CATERING) - METRO DETROIT, MI
Executive Banquet Chef role with a high volume, Off Premise Catering and Restaurant Group. Our client is an approved caterer at many of the Detroit area’s landmark venues and entertainment locations. The ideal candidate enjoys large scale catering and is a proven leader of a talented culinary team.
Excellent benefit package! $80,000 - $100,000, plus bonus.
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SENIOR SOUS CHEF - WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI
Private Country Club position with a long term Harper Associates client.
Join a great team with a talented Executive Chef
Searching for a hands-on creative A La Carte Dining Chef for their very busy member grille rooms. This very successful private golf and country club also has extensive banquet facilities. Responsible for ala carte dining rooms along with assisting with weddings, member club events, and graduation parties. Usually off Monday and Tuesday. This is a 50+ hour, 5 day work week schedule in a spacious, fully equipped kitchen. Arrive at noon or 1:00pm. During busy summer months, a sixth day may be required at times. Great salary, benefits, and work/life balance. $70,000 - $75,000
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PURCHASING MANAGER - FOOD AND BEVERAGE & SUPPLIES (DESIRE CHEF OR SOUS CHEF BACKGROUND) - DETROIT SUBURBS, MI
Monday to Friday DAY HOURS - No Weekends
Our client is a very prominent, upscale & busy Catering & Restaurant venue. We are searching for a Chef /Sous Chef who has extensive food, beverage, and supplies purchasing experience who would enjoy a full-time purchasing role. Must have excellent computer skills. Great work/life balance.
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EXECUTIVE CHEF - ROYAL OAK, MI
If you are an accomplished Executive Chef looking to showcase your exceptional culinary talent, this may be what you’ve been looking for. The Executive Chef will take the helm of a highly awarded, upscale restaurant in the Royal Oak area.
We are searching for a highly talented, hands-on Executive Chef with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will oversee culinary operations and handle menu development, leading the culinary team, managing financials, and collaborating with the front-of-house managers to deliver exceptional classical cuisine. Must be highly skilled in managing a very busy kitchen and have proven success at leading a team of culinary professionals.
Ideal candidates will have:
Benefits:
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CULINARIANS
Looking for culinary professionals with 3-5 years of experience as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Kitchen Manager. Want to bring your talent to a chef-driven restaurant group with menus that only offer high-end, scratch-made cuisine? If so, we're looking for your culinary talent.
We have several opportunities available for Line Cooks, Chefs, Sous Chefs, and Kitchen Managers with high-volume experience in an upscale, scratch kitchen. Will work as part of a team of chefs to supervise culinary operations and assist in menu development, scheduling, creating specials, and working the line in a high-volume restaurant. Must have leadership experience in a very busy kitchen and have a track record of success.
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EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - METRO DETROIT AREA
A popular private club undergoing extensive clubhouse renovations is seeking an outstanding Sous Chef. The Sous Chef will work collaboratively with the Executive Chef to maintain the club’s reputation for excellent food and high-quality standards. The new Clubhouse includes several dining rooms along with a banquet and catering facility. We are seeking a very motivated and talented Sous Chef who would enjoy a long-term opportunity working in a beautiful, new setting.
The role will encompass:
Requirements include:
Great benefits $65,000 - $70,000
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