Executive Chef (Fine Dining)

Truluck's; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Truluck's in Austin, Texas, is looking for an experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in high-volume kitchens and a proven track record of leadership and professionalism.

The Executive Chef will oversee food preparation, modify menus, manage kitchen staff, and ensure quality standards are met. A bachelor's degree in culinary arts is preferred, along with necessary food and alcohol certifications. Join us to create extraordinary dining experiences!

Qualifications

• 10 years experience leading high-end/high-volume kitchens.
• Food certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
• Modify menus that meet quality standards.
• Recruit and manage kitchen staff.
• Maintain positive approach with coworkers and guests.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Cooking trends knowledge

MS Office

Restaurant management software

Aloha POS

Education

Bachelor's degree in culinary arts

Job description

Austin, Truluck's Austin Downtown, 300 Colorado St., Ste 100, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Since opening our doors in 1992, we have dedicated ourselves to creating exhilarating moments and enduring memories. To do so, we bring our core values to your table every day: Culinary Excellence, Sustainable Seafood, Southern Hospitality, Company Culture, and Philanthropy are what make Truluck’s, Truluck’s.

Our Executive Chefs play a key role in delivering these core values to our guests daily!

We are here to make good things happen for other people.

Who we are looking for

We are currently seeking Executive Chef candidates who will dedicate themselves to this purpose by joining our exceptional team of culinary professionals. Successful candidates must have a minimum of ten (10) years’ previous experience leading high volume/high end kitchens, a proven record of professionalism, accountability, and team commitment, and the ability to follow all recipes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
• Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs.
• Supervise kitchen staff’s activities.
• Arrange equipment purchases and repairs.
• Recruit and manage kitchen staff.
• Rectify problems arising or complaints.
• Give prepared plates the “final touch.”
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Keep time and payroll records.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.

Skills

• Proven working experience as an executive chef (6‑10 years preferred)
• Excellent record of kitchen leadership
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Capable of delegating multiple tasks
• Communication and leadership skills
• Keep up with cooking trends and best practices
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, R365, Aloha POS)
• Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related certificate (preferred)

Qualifications

• Required: 10 years experience leading high-end/high-volume kitchens; Food certification
• Preferred: Experience with similar concepts; Bachelor’s degree or higher; Alcohol certification
• Behaviors: Leader – Inspires teammates; Team Player – Works well as a member of a group; Enthusiastic – Shows intense and eager enjoyment; Detail Oriented – Capable of carrying out tasks with all necessary details; Dedicated – Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related certificate (preferred); Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Food certification
• Preferred: Alcohol certification

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