Executive Chef: Latin-Inspired, Hands-On Leader

Mexican Sugar; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Mental health services

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Mexican Sugar, a Pan-Latin dining concept in Plano, TX, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations. You will partner with the GM and Director of Culinary to own menu execution, food cost, kitchen systems and team development in a high-volume setting.

The ideal candidate delivers hands-on leadership with a passion for Latin flavors, authentic ingredients, and scratch cooking. Compensation includes $75,000–$95,000 yearly plus monthly profit share.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of culinary management in a high-volume restaurant.
• Latin-inspired or scratch-kitchen experience preferred.
• Experience leading menu rollouts and implementing kitchen systems.
• Strong understanding of food cost, culinary labor, inventory and purchasing.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop culinary teams.
• Advanced knowledge of scratch cooking, recipe execution and presentation standards.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Must have Food Manager certification.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the GM and Director of Culinary to execute and advance our culinary vision.
• Own the food menu, food cost and culinary team responsible for its execution.
• Ensure each dish reflects authenticity, flavor, quality and presentation standards.
• Research culinary traditions and techniques to keep the menu innovative.
• Maintain a hands-on presence during preparation and service.
• Support private events and special culinary experiences.
• Lead new menu launches and seasonal rollouts from planning to implementation.
• Train culinary leaders and team members on recipes, methods and standards.
• Ensure readiness of products, equipment and training for each rollout.

Skills

Culinary management

Latin cuisine

Menu development

Food cost control

Kitchen systems

Team leadership

Food safety

Education

Food Manager certification

Job description

Mexican Sugar, a Pan-Latin dining concept in Plano, TX, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations. You will partner with the GM and Director of Culinary to own menu execution, food cost, kitchen systems and team development in a high-volume setting.

The ideal candidate delivers hands-on leadership with a passion for Latin flavors, authentic ingredients, and scratch cooking. Compensation includes $75,000–$95,000 yearly plus monthly profit share.