Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Talent Growth

Landry's; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training program

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts on dining

Health benefit plans

401(k) plan

Job summary

Rainforest Cafe is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in a high-volume, guest-focused dining environment. You will drive standards for quality, consistency, safety, and execution while mentoring a talented kitchen staff.

As a hands-on leader, you will develop talent, manage labor and food costs, and ensure exceptional guest satisfaction. This role offers a competitive USD pay range and opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality organization.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of culinary management experience, including 2+ years as an Executive Chef in a full-service, high-volume dining establishment.
• Strong knowledge of back-of-house operations, including staff supervision, inventory controls, and food/labor cost.
• Proven leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Stable and progressive work history with a hands-on leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume kitchen with hands-on, lead-by-example management.
• Oversee and develop back-of-house staff through training and mentoring.
• Ensure food quality, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met.
• Manage labor and cost controls to meet budgeted targets.
• Oversee inventories and ordering of food and supplies.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Executive chef experience

Staff supervision

Budget & cost control

Kitchen operations

Job description

Rainforest Cafe is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in a high-volume, guest-focused dining environment. You will drive standards for quality, consistency, safety, and execution while mentoring a talented kitchen staff.

As a hands-on leader, you will develop talent, manage labor and food costs, and ensure exceptional guest satisfaction. This role offers a competitive USD pay range and opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality organization.