Executive Chef

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Executive Chef

Plano, TX
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Join a high-profile restaurant in Plano as an Executive Chef, leading kitchen operations, team building, and menu execution with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine and operational excellence.

Requirements

  • 3+ years as Executive Chef
  • Operations management experience
  • Team leadership skills
  • High-volume kitchen management
  • Mediterranean cuisine experience

Qualifications

  • Proven operational leader
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Stable work history
  • Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

Full job description

We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at a high-volume, high-profile restaurant in Plano. This is an opportunity to join an established restaurant group known for operational excellence and strong performance. The ideal candidate is a proven operational leader with strong culinary skills, team development abilities, and a track record of building accountable, well-organized kitchen teams.


What You'll Do

  • Lead all back-of-house operations for a high-volume, high-profile restaurant
  • Build and maintain strong kitchen systems focused on organization, cleanliness, and consistency
  • Manage and develop the kitchen team through effective delegation and accountability
  • Oversee P&L management, including food costs, labor, and inventory control
  • Execute Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with quality and consistency
  • Maintain equipment and ensure proper kitchen maintenance protocols
  • Collaborate with restaurant leadership on operational goals and menu execution
  • Represent the restaurant professionally in media interactions and public-facing situations

What We're Looking For

  • 3+ years as Executive Chef in standalone full-service restaurants
  • Strong operations management background with proven systems implementation
  • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to delegate and hold teams accountable
  • Experience managing high-volume kitchen operations
  • Mediterranean cuisine experience strongly preferred
  • Stable work history demonstrating long-term commitment
  • Bilingual preferred – Spanish/English

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Bonus
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Health insurance
  • PTO and sick days
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Dining discounts
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