Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Elevate Dining

Jack & Harry's; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid Time Off

Dining discounts

Professional development

Training program

Holidays closed

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Jack & Harry’s in Dallas, TX, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team and translate our New Orleans–inspired dining vision into daily practice.

You’ll oversee kitchen operations, guide menu execution, mentor leaders, and uphold Vandelay Hospitality Group’s standards of quality, consistency, and guest experience.

This role emphasizes teamwork, cost control, food safety, and pride in craft, with opportunities to grow within Vandelay Companies’ expanding restaurant group.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of Executive Chef experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication, leadership and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team and oversee kitchen operations.
• Guide menu execution and drive operational performance.
• Mentor emerging leaders and foster a collaborative kitchen culture.
• Manage budgeting, costs and inventory to meet financial objectives.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation and quality standards across all dishes.
• Attend manager meetings and communicate timely updates to the team.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Budgeting

Staff development

Communication

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management

Job description

Jack & Harry’s in Dallas, TX, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team and translate our New Orleans–inspired dining vision into daily practice.

You’ll oversee kitchen operations, guide menu execution, mentor leaders, and uphold Vandelay Hospitality Group’s standards of quality, consistency, and guest experience.

This role emphasizes teamwork, cost control, food safety, and pride in craft, with opportunities to grow within Vandelay Companies’ expanding restaurant group.