Executive Chef — Lead Creative, High-Volume Kitchens

Clear Destination Inc.; Dallas (TX); Híbrido; USD 95.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Coury Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations across restaurants, banquets, and events in Dallas. You will develop seasonal menus, manage food costs, and drive excellence in presentation and guest experience.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, vendor relations, budget adherence, and maintaining sanitation standards in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes team growth, innovation, and profitable operations.

Formación

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive culinary experience in high‑volume or upscale operations.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen management, and food cost control.
• Proven leadership ability with experience managing and developing culinary teams.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Creativity in menu development and culinary presentation.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all kitchen operations across restaurants, banquets, in-room dining, and special events.
• Develop, implement, and maintain innovative, seasonally driven menus aligned with brand standards and guest expectations.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control across all culinary outlets.
• Manage kitchen staffing, scheduling, training, and performance development of culinary team members.
• Oversee food purchasing, inventory management, and vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
• Monitor and control food and labor costs to meet budgeted targets.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including food handling standards.
• Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership to support menu engineering, pricing strategies, and revenue goals.
• Lead banquet and event culinary execution, ensuring high-quality delivery for meetings, weddings, and special functions.
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture focused on excellence and accountability.
• Train and mentor culinary staff to support growth, consistency, and succession planning.
• Work closely with procurement and vendors to source high-quality ingredients at optimal value.
• Address guest feedback and implement improvements to enhance culinary offerings and satisfaction.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for culinary operations.
• Ensure proper maintenance and care of kitchen equipment and facilities.

Conocimientos

7+ years experience

Leadership

Culinary techniques

Organizational skills

Time management

Menu creativity

Inventory & cost control

Educación

Culinary degree

Herramientas

Inventory management systems

Descripción del empleo

Coury Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations across restaurants, banquets, and events in Dallas. You will develop seasonal menus, manage food costs, and drive excellence in presentation and guest experience.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, vendor relations, budget adherence, and maintaining sanitation standards in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes team growth, innovation, and profitable operations.