Executive Chef & Culinary Leader | Growth & Banquet Expert

Kids for the Future; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health & wellness

Dining privileges

Growth culture

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee high-volume kitchen operations and lead a growing culinary team. The role reports to leadership and drives quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all meals and events.

Responsibilities include defining culinary identity, menu execution, inventory control, staff development, and ensuring safety and sanitation. Competitive base salary plus bonus, benefits, and dining privileges are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a supervisory/leadership role in a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to mentor and energize a diverse team of culinary professionals.
• Proven leadership and training skills; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain a high-end culinary identity across meals and events.
• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff to build a skilled team.
• Direct all kitchen operations: inventory, procurement, equipment maintenance.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and guest satisfaction; lead production and quality checks.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Culinary leadership

High-volume kitchen

Mentoring

Communication

Work authorization

Job description

Kids for the Future in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee high-volume kitchen operations and lead a growing culinary team. The role reports to leadership and drives quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all meals and events.

Responsibilities include defining culinary identity, menu execution, inventory control, staff development, and ensuring safety and sanitation. Competitive base salary plus bonus, benefits, and dining privileges are offered.