Executive Chef — Lead Fine-Dining & Culinary Innovation

The Audrey Restaurant and Bar; Town Center (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth & Leadership Development

Pharmacy Discounts

Restaurant Dining Discounts

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Job summary

The Audrey Restaurant & Bar in Woodlands is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in an upscale, fine-dining environment. You will oversee menu development, food quality, team leadership, inventory, and financial performance to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities include standardizing recipes, training staff, managing high-volume service, and maintaining cost controls while upholding hospitality and seasonality in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required; culinary degree or formal training preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive culinary experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in upscale, fine-dining, or high-volume chef-driven environments preferred.
• Proven ability to lead kitchen operations, ensure food quality, and manage financial performance.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, scratch cooking, recipe development, and elevated plating.
• Strong understanding of food cost management, labor forecasting, inventory control, purchasing, and budgeting.
• Leadership style that develops teams, communicates effectively, and maintains hospitality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, execution, and presentation of elevated, made-from-scratch cuisine with exceptional quality.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Establish standardized recipes, portion controls, plating specs, and procedures.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff; ensure smooth operation across stations and during peak service.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to control costs and quality.
• Monitor compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Provide strong leadership, mentoring, and development for future culinary leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost control

Mentoring

High-volume service

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

The Audrey Restaurant & Bar in Woodlands is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in an upscale, fine-dining environment. You will oversee menu development, food quality, team leadership, inventory, and financial performance to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities include standardizing recipes, training staff, managing high-volume service, and maintaining cost controls while upholding hospitality and seasonality in a dynamic setting.