Lead Kitchen Chief - Elevate Menu & Service

thindmanagement; Spring, Houston (TX, TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thind Management is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to oversee daily kitchen operations, uphold food quality and presentation, and lead a team of cooks. The role emphasizes sanitation, efficiency, and high standards in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

You will supervise staff, assist with menu execution, manage workflow, and ensure compliance with health regulations while delivering memorable dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of kitchen leadership experience in a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen operations, food safety standards, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism and operational standards.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts based on operational needs.
• Food Handler or Food Manager Certification required or ability to obtain certification as required by state or local law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure food quality, consistency, presentation, and timely execution of service standards.
• Supervise, train, coach, and support line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff to maintain operational excellence and teamwork.
• Assist with menu execution, recipe adherence, plating standards, and quality control procedures.
• Monitor kitchen workflow and staffing levels to support efficient service operations and labor productivity goals.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and health department requirements at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout all kitchen areas, storage areas, and prep stations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to support smooth service execution and exceptional guest experiences.
• Participate in employee onboarding, training, performance coaching, and development initiatives.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Culinary techniques

Communication

Time management

Team motivation

Job description

Thind Management is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to oversee daily kitchen operations, uphold food quality and presentation, and lead a team of cooks. The role emphasizes sanitation, efficiency, and high standards in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

You will supervise staff, assist with menu execution, manage workflow, and ensure compliance with health regulations while delivering memorable dining experiences for guests.