We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a successful, high-volume, upscale restaurant in San Antonio. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who combines strong scratch-kitchen expertise with financial acumen, operational discipline, and a passion for developing exceptional teams. The ideal candidate brings a background in polished, upscale dining, a proven record of improving kitchen performance, and the ability to balance culinary excellence with strong business results. Key Responsibilities • Lead all back-of-house operations, including culinary execution, staffing, and daily service. • Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, recipe consistency, presentation, and sanitation. • Oversee food costs, labor management, purchasing, inventory, and kitchen profitability. • Develop and manage BOH budgets, forecasts, schedules, and operating standards. • Recruit, train, coach, and develop Sous Chefs and culinary team members. • Maintain strong systems for ordering, inventory control, product pars, and waste reduction. • Support menu development and culinary improvements while maintaining operational consistency. • Collaborate with restaurant leadership to ensure seamless service and exceptional guest experiences. • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, financial performance, and team development. • Foster a positive, accountable, and high-performing kitchen culture. Qualifications • 3+ years of recent Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in upscale casual, polished, or fine dining. • Proven success leading high-volume, full-service restaurant operations. • Strong background in scratch-made culinary execution. • Experience with established corporate restaurant operating systems and standards. • Demonstrated responsibility for P&L performance, food costs, labor, budgeting, and inventory management. • Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain strong culinary teams. • Stable career history with progressive leadership responsibilities. • Hands-on leadership style with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to maintain high culinary standards while managing financial and operational priorities. • Willingness to participate in an out-of-market training program. What We Offer • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive benefits package • Professional development and advancement opportunities • Supportive, team-focused working environment Apply Today • If you're an accomplished Executive Chef who enjoys leading culinary teams, delivering exceptional dining experiences, and driving strong restaurant performance, we encourage you to apply. JOB ID: 182883 #post Nichelle Ritter