Head Chef: Creative Menu Architect & Kitchen Leader

Coma Coffee Roasters; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coma Coffee Roasters in Dallas, TX seeks a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team, elevate culinary standards, and drive menu innovation daily. You’ll own menu creation, food quality, and staff development while delivering a superior dining experience.

You will supervise daily operations, manage costs, ensure food safety, train staff, and collaborate with front-of-house and ownership to align kitchen performance with business goals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Head Chef or senior kitchen leadership in a high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership, training, and team management abilities.
• Creative menu development with focus on quality, consistency, and guest experience.
• Financial acumen: controllable food costs, inventory, and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and manage chefs, cooks, and staff.
• Design and refine a seasonal, guest-driven menu.
• Ensure flavor, presentation, and consistency meet high standards.
• Hire, train, and mentor kitchen personnel to build a strong team culture.
• Oversee inventory, portioning, cost control, and waste reduction.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and kitchen discipline.

Job description

Coma Coffee Roasters in Dallas, TX seeks a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team, elevate culinary standards, and drive menu innovation daily. You’ll own menu creation, food quality, and staff development while delivering a superior dining experience.

You will supervise daily operations, manage costs, ensure food safety, train staff, and collaborate with front-of-house and ownership to align kitchen performance with business goals.