Wood-Fired Bistro Executive Chef | Hotel Dining Leader

Peachtree Group; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Fund

Job summary

Peachtree Group is hiring an Executive Chef for the AC Hotel McKinney and Good & Proper Wood Fired Bistro in McKinney, TX. You will lead culinary operations, partner with F&B leadership, and drive exceptional dining experiences, operational excellence, and strong financial performance in a guest-facing show kitchen.

The ideal candidate blends creativity with discipline, builds a high-performing team, develops wood-fired menus, manages costs, ensures HACCP compliance, and collaborates with hotel

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading upscale restaurants, hotels, or high-volume culinary operations.
• Strong background in menu development, recipe costing, purchasing, inventory control, food cost management, and labor productivity.
• Demonstrated success building and leading culinary teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with POS systems and purchasing platforms.
• ServSafe Manager Certification, or the ability to obtain and maintain certification as required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business demands.

Responsibilities

• Direct all culinary operations for Good & Proper Wood Fired Bistro.
• Lead menu development focused on wood-fired cooking, seasonal ingredients, shareable plates, brunch offerings, private dining, and special events.
• Create and maintain recipe standards that ensure consistency, quality, and profitability.
• Drive innovation while maintaining an approachable and memorable guest experience.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and hospitality.
• Manage scheduling, performance reviews, and ongoing staff development.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, and vendor relationships.
• Monitor food costs, labor costs, waste reduction, and production planning.
• Implement systems and processes that support operational efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health department regulations, HACCP procedures, and food safety requirements.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and kitchen execution.
• Lead by example in a highly visible show-kitchen environment.
• Partner with the Food & Beverage Director, Beverage Director, Sales and Catering teams, and hotel leadership.
• Support business dining, catering, private events, brunch service, bar/lounge operations, and overall revenue goals.
• Contribute to guest satisfaction initiatives and outlet performance.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

Menu development

Food cost management

Inventory control

Team building

Communication skills

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

POS systems

Purchasing platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Peachtree Group is hiring an Executive Chef for the AC Hotel McKinney and Good & Proper Wood Fired Bistro in McKinney, TX. You will lead culinary operations, partner with F&B leadership, and drive exceptional dining experiences, operational excellence, and strong financial performance in a guest-facing show kitchen.

The ideal candidate blends creativity with discipline, builds a high-performing team, develops wood-fired menus, manages costs, ensures HACCP compliance, and collaborates with hotel