Executive Chef: Lead Fine-Dining Team & Elevate Guests

The Post Oak; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts on dining, retail, 

Health benefit plans

Dental, vision, life, disability, FSA,

401(k)

Paid time off

Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Job summary

Landry’s Seafood House is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary operation in a high-energy, upscale setting in Galveston, Texas. You will mentor a talented kitchen team, drive food quality and safety standards, and manage cost controls to support restaurant success.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staff development, and a track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences through culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in Culinary Management, including 2+ years as Executive Chef.
• Experience supervising back-of-house operations, inventory, and cost control.
• Proven leadership and conflict-resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest satisfaction with a hands-on, lead-by-example style.
• Manage back-of-house staff and provide ongoing training.
• Achieve or exceed budgets for labor and costs through planning and execution.
• Oversee weekly/monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies.
• Maintain sanitation procedures and OSHA-compliant work areas.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Job description

Landry’s Seafood House is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary operation in a high-energy, upscale setting in Galveston, Texas. You will mentor a talented kitchen team, drive food quality and safety standards, and manage cost controls to support restaurant success.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staff development, and a track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences through culinary excellence.