Théa Executive Sous Chef

Author & Edit Hospitality; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings with company match

Hotel and dining discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Author & Edit is a hospitality brand expanding into Dallas with a striking two‑story space on Knox Street. We offer a health‑forward Mediterranean lunch concept and a flexible yet polished setting for everything from quick lunches to sunlit afternoons overlooking Katy Trail.

We are seeking a restaurant leader with 3+ years in high‑volume settings to oversee operations, drive guest experiences, and coach a dynamic team in a demanding environment. Equal opportunity employer; U.S.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years high-volume restaurant management experience.
• Knowledge of food and beverage preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations.
• An open, curious mind with a desire to deliver a tailored guest experience with a hospitality mindset.

Responsibilities

• Regularly communicates and collaborates with Culinary Partners and consultants for operational and menu changes.
• Coach, lead and develop restaurant team.
• Manage shifts which include daily decision making, scheduling, and planning.
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations.
• Ensure product quality and restaurant cleanliness.

Skills

High-volume restaurant management

F&B health regulations

Team leadership

Guest experience mindset

Scheduling & planning

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, Théa Dallas introduces a new, health‑forward Mediterranean lunch experience, offering a flexible yet polished setting for everything from quick weekday lunches to leisurely, sunlit 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 like The 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.

Who You Are

• Must have 3+years high-volume restaurant management experience
• Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations
• An open, curious mind with a desire to deliver a tailored guest experience with a hospitality every time mindset
• Regularly communicates and collaborates with Culinary Partners 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
• 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
• Manage shifts which include daily decision making, scheduling, and planning
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations
• Ensure product quality and restaurant cleanliness
• Perform calmly and effectively in a high-volume environment
• Manage on‑the‑fly requests with ease and poise
• Coach, lead and develop restaurant team

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

Pay Range

$70,000 - $80,000 USD