Théa Executive Chef

Théa; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings with company match

Hotel & dining discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Théa Dallas restaurant, opened by Author & Edit, seeks an Executive Chef to guide culinary vision and operations. You will lead a high-volume kitchen, build menus, and ensure exceptional guest experiences with Mediterranean flavors.

As a founding leader, you will establish standards, hire and train BOH staff, and partner with leadership to optimize costs and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a high-volume, multi-unit culinary management role.
• Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques and health department regulations.
• Strong leadership and collaboration with culinary partners and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic culinary operations for Théa in Dallas, TX.
• Ensure excellence in food quality, consistency, kitchen operations, cost management, and guest experience.
• Develop and execute Mediterranean-inspired menus, recipes, and standards with seasonal innovation.
• As a founding leader, establish kitchen standards, systems, and recruit/train the back-of-house team.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations in a high-volume environment with top-tier food quality and sanitation.
• Partner with leadership to manage food and labor costs, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Lead by example to foster accountability, teamwork, and hospitality.

Skills

Culinary management

High-volume kitchen ops

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Cost control

Hospitality mindset

Job description

Named by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the World’s Best New Hotel Restaurants, Théa is rooted in the rhythm of the Mediterranean, where afternoons effortlessly drift into the evening. The menu moves with ease from vibrant mezze to house-made pastas and bold, shareable plates, with every dish designed to bring people together around the table. Amid the excitement surrounding Knox Street’s transformative new mixed-use destination, the Dallas location will further define the brand with a striking two-story space. Building on its Phoenix roots at Michelin Key-rated hotel The Global Ambassador, Théa Dallas introduces a new, health-forward Mediterranean lunch experience, offering a flexible yet polished setting for everything from quick weekday lunches to leisurely afternoons overlooking the Katy Trail.

Why Author & Edit

• Benefits available when you work 25 hours per week-including medical, dental, vision, and more
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings program (with company match)
• Exclusive hotel and dining discounts across our brand
• Join a company known for exceptional service and standout guest experiences
• Be part of a passionate team shaping the future of hospitality in Phoenix
• Grow your career with a dynamic, expanding brand

Who We Are

At Author & Edit, we create original hospitality experiences designed to be remembered and talked about. Our approach is rooted in constant evolution, always refining and reimagining what hospitality can be. We don’t follow industry standards; we set them. Founded by visionary restaurateur Sam Fox, Author & Edit is built on the idea that great hospitality is something you write, not replicate. From standout concepts likeThe Global Ambassador, named Travel + Leisure’s No. 1 Resort in Arizona in 2026, awarded One MICHELIN Key, and recognized by Condé Nast Traveler as a top “Best Hotel,”to The Twelve Thirty Club and a growing portfolio of hotels and restaurants, we’re shaping experiences that push the industry forward.

WhatYou’llDo

• The Executive Chef is responsible for the strategic leadership and execution of all culinary operations for Théa in Dallas, Texas.
• Ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, kitchen operations, cost management, and the overall guest experience.
• Assist in the development and execution of menus, recipes, product specifications, and food quality standards while driving seasonal innovation and maintaining the integrity of Théa's Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
• As a founding leader of this new restaurant, the Executive Chef will play a key role in the opening,establishingkitchen standards, building operational systems, and hiring, training, and developing the back-of-house team.
• Lead all daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient execution in a high-volume environment whilemaintainingexceptional food quality, sanitation, organization, and team performance.
• Partner with restaurant leadership to manage food and labor costs, inventory,purchasing, and vendor relationships while driving operational efficiency and profitability.
• As Executive Chef, you will lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality while delivering an exceptional dining experience through authentic, innovative Mediterranean cuisine.

Who You Are

• 5+ years’ experience in a high volume, multi-unit culinary management role
• Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health departmentrulesand regulations
• An open, curious mind with a desire to deliver a tailored guest experience with a hospitality every time mindset
• Regularly communicates and collaborates withculinarypartners and consultants for operational and menu changes
• Highly organized multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and accommodate changes in the industry
• A get-it-done approach and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Professional, yet comfortable with candid & open to and acting upon feedback – all with the guest and employee experience top of mind
• Highly responsive and collaborative, a team player who approaches work without ego
• Domestic and International travel experience is preferred

  Author & Edit is an Equal Opportunity & E- Verify Employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States isrequired.

  Pay Range

  $100,000 - $120,000 USD