Chef de Cuisine

FB Society; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Career growth

Leadership training

Innovative culture

Job summary

FB Society, a restaurant group committed to chef-driven concepts and hospitality, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead all back-of-house operations, uphold top-tier food quality, and develop a high-performing kitchen culture.

You will coach and mentor the culinary team, oversee labor, costs, inventory, and waste while ensuring safety and sanitation compliance. Collaborate on menus and lead hiring to build future culinary leaders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of kitchen leadership in a high-volume setting.
• Strong skills in kitchen operations, cost control, and inventory.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Passion for scratch cooking and hospitality.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Food Manager Certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the culinary team through coaching and training.
• Oversee kitchen operations with consistent execution and plating.
• Uphold food quality, safety, sanitation and cleanliness.
• Manage labor, food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste.
• Execute recipes and systems with culinary excellence.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and company standards.
• Collaborate on menu execution, seasonal features, and initiatives.
• Recruit and develop future culinary leaders.
• Promote a safe and respectful workplace.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food costing

Labor management

Inventory control

Team development

Food quality

Food safety

Menu execution

Recruiting

Job description

At FB Society, we're more than a restaurant group—we're experience makers. We create chef-driven concepts that bring people together through exceptional hospitality, innovative food, and unforgettable environments. Our team is passionate about developing talent, challenging the status quo, and delivering memorable dining experiences every day.

Position Summary

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for leading all back-of-house culinary operations while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and team development. This role partners closely with the Executive Chef and restaurant leadership to drive operational excellence, manage costs, and cultivate a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.

We're looking for a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences through exceptional food and teamwork.

What You'll Do

Lead and inspire the culinary team through coaching, training, and daily development.

Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent execution and presentation.

Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, sanitation, and cleanliness.

Manage labor, food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste to achieve financial goals.

Execute recipes and systems with consistency while maintaining culinary excellence.

Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Ensure compliance with all health department regulations and company standards.

Collaborate with leadership on menu execution, seasonal features, and operational initiatives.

Recruit, hire, train, and develop future culinary leaders.

Promote a safe and respectful workplace for all team members.

Qualifications

3+ years of kitchen leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or similar role.

Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food costing, labor management, and inventory control.

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Passion for scratch cooking, quality ingredients, and hospitality.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Food Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).

What We Offer

Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match (where eligible)

Career growth and advancement opportunities across multiple award-winning concepts

Ongoing leadership development and training

A culture built on innovation, collaboration, and hospitality

If you're ready to lead a talented culinary team and help create unforgettable dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Join FB Society and build your career with one of the hospitality industry's most innovative restaurant groups.

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