In most of the fine dining establishments I’ve worked the chef has been the leader. And I’ve seen both kinds of systems work. I’ve seen mean-spirited leaders lead well and create a staff who want to do good by him or her, yet reinforce the negative environment between one another. I’ve seen poor behavior in self-seeking kitchens that can still do well—but I don’t think the environment has long-term sustainability because it starts to leak outside of the restaurant and onto the guests.