Executive Chef (Fine Dining)

Truluck's

$75K — $95K *
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience leading high-volume, high-end kitchens
  • Proven record of professionalism and team commitment
  • Ability to effectively coach culinary staff
  • Experience in food preparation and menu development
  • Knowledge of food/labor cost estimation
  • Strong communication and leadership skills in a kitchen environment

Responsibilities

  • Plan and oversee all food preparation and culinary activities
  • Create or modify menus to ensure high quality standards
  • Estimate food requirements and manage food/labor costs
  • Supervise and manage kitchen staff operations
  • Handle equipment purchases and repairs as needed
  • Recruit and train kitchen staff
  • Address complaints and resolve any arising kitchen issues
  • Finalize plating presentation of dishes
  • Perform necessary administrative tasks
  • Ensure compliance with nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations
  • Maintain accurate time and payroll records

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and shape culinary direction
  • Collaborative and dynamic kitchen environment
  • Focus on high-quality culinary standards
  • Potential for career development within a well-respected culinary team
  • Engagement in culinary innovation and trendsetting
Full Job Description
Who we are looking for:

We are currently seeking Executive Chef candidates who will dedicate themselves to this purpose by joining our exceptional team of culinary professionals. Successful candidates must have a minimum of ten (10) years' previous experience leading high volume/high end kitchens. Truluck's is looking for culinary leaders with experience in preparing exceptional culinary products, coaching members of the culinary staff, cooking in high-volume/high-end environments, and building a culture of excitement and pride. The EC is responsible for the overall leadership of all culinary functions. In addition to this, successful candidates must possess the ability to follow all recipes and systems and have a proven record of professionalism, accountability, and team commitment.

We are looking for the best chefs in the Austin area! If you think you have what it takes to lead our exceptional team, please contact us today! We are looking forward to meeting you!

Responsibilities
  • Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
  • Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
  • Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs.
  • Supervise kitchen staff's activities.
  • Arrange equipment purchases and repairs.
  • Recruit and manage kitchen staff.
  • Rectify problems arising or complaints.
  • Give prepared plates the "final touch."
  • Perform administrative duties.
  • Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
  • Keep time and payroll records.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.

Skills
  • Proven working experience as an executive chef (6-10 years preferred)
  • Excellent record of kitchen leadership
  • Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
  • Capable of delegating multiple tasks
  • Communication and leadership skills
  • Keep up with cooking trends and best practices.
  • Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, R365, Aloha POS)
  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts or related certificate (preferred)

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