Lead Ranch Chef: Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

CAT; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Benefits package

Job summary

CAT seeks a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations at our corporate ranch in Texas. You will plan menus, develop recipes, and ensure meals meet recipes and safety standards while guiding a culinary team in a dynamic, high-volume setting.

Responsibilities include supervising cooks, maintaining inventory, training staff, and managing budgets to deliver high-quality food and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a chef in high-volume operations.
• Strong culinary knowledge, recipe standardization, and plating discipline.
• Ability to train staff and manage kitchen operations under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize menus; develop new recipes and adjust for dietary needs.
• Ensure meals follow standardized recipes and plating specs.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchen; monitor temps, storage and sanitation.
• Train staff on new dishes and techniques; manage inventory.
• Develop vendor relationships and manage kitchen budget.

Skills

Menu planning

Recipe development

Kitchen management

Staff supervision

Food safety

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Budgeting

Waste reduction

Leadership

Education

Degree or diploma in culinary arts

Job description

CAT seeks a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations at our corporate ranch in Texas. You will plan menus, develop recipes, and ensure meals meet recipes and safety standards while guiding a culinary team in a dynamic, high-volume setting.

Responsibilities include supervising cooks, maintaining inventory, training staff, and managing budgets to deliver high-quality food and guest experiences.