Executive Chef (Fine Dining)

Austin, Truluck's Austin Downtown, 300 Colorado St., Ste 100, Austin, TX 78701, USA Since opening our doors in 1992, we have dedicated ourselves to creating exhilarating moments and enduring memories. To do so, we bring our core values to your table every day: Culinary Excellence, Sustainable Seafood, Southern Hospitality, Company Culture, and Philanthropy are what make Truluck’s, Truluck’s. Our Executive Chefs play a key role in delivering these core values to our guests daily! We are here to make good things happen for other people. 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, a proven record of professionalism, accountability, and team commitment, and the ability to follow all recipes and systems. 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.” 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) Qualifications Required: 10 years experience leading high-end/high-volume kitchens; Food certification Preferred: Experience with similar concepts; Bachelor’s degree or higher; Alcohol certification Behaviors: Leader – Inspires teammates; Team Player – Works well as a member of a group; Enthusiastic – Shows intense and eager enjoyment; Detail Oriented – Capable of carrying out tasks with all necessary details; Dedicated – Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Education Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related certificate (preferred); Bachelors or better. Licenses & Certifications Required: Food certification Preferred: Alcohol certification Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr