Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Event Menus

Oak View Group; New Caney (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching and PTO

Job summary

Oak View Group seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team for Caney Pines Convention Center. You will supervise, coach, and mentor staff, oversee food production, and ensure profitability and guest satisfaction under OVG policies.

The role requires 5–7 years of kitchen management, strong food safety knowledge, and the ability to manage events with evenings and weekends. Salary is competitive with bonus eligibility, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of kitchen management experience in a full-service restaurant or events venue.
• Demonstrated and verifiable track record of meeting projected costs.
• Professional appearance and presentation required.
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software, including MS Word/Excel/Outlook.
• Maintains a current Food Handler’s card and alcohol service permit if required by state or local government.
• Working knowledge of employee scheduling in a hospitality environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in a nationally recognized sanitation program.
• Technical proficiency and experience in food preparation methods.
• Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities, coworkers, guests, and purveyors.
• Develop results-oriented staff through training, evaluation, motivation, coaching, and counseling.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to achieve objectives and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Direct, develop, and mentor a staff of culinary employees, including hiring/firing/disciplining.
• Ensure event staff understand workplace expectations and receive ongoing training.
• Promote a positive, cooperative workplace by working alongside staff.
• Lead by example and provide ongoing feedback to staff.
• Control food costs through portions, inventory, receiving, storage, and purchasing procedures.
• Schedule kitchen staff to optimize labor costs and cross-train employees.
• Monitor breaks and approve break documentation for kitchen staff.
• Ensure food quality and consistency to Oak View Group standards.
• Develop menus maintaining quality, consistency, and concept style.
• Monitor production for recipe adherence, portions, and timings.
• Oversee kitchen setup, prep, and breakdown; delegate tasks to line staff.
• Coordinate storage/maintenance/repair of kitchen equipment.
• Plan and coordinate catered services and food service areas.
• Organize staff training and onboarding for new hires.
• Provide leadership and morale-boosting support to kitchen staff.

Skills

Staff leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Food Handler’s card and alcohol service permit

Tools

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Oak View Group seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team for Caney Pines Convention Center. You will supervise, coach, and mentor staff, oversee food production, and ensure profitability and guest satisfaction under OVG policies.

The role requires 5–7 years of kitchen management, strong food safety knowledge, and the ability to manage events with evenings and weekends. Salary is competitive with bonus eligibility, plus comprehensive benefits.