Executive Chef

Company: The Local Open
Location: Frisco
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Overview: We are seeking a passionate, hands-on Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead our dynamic culinary team. This role is ideal for a driven individual with strong leadership skills, a commitment to kitchen excellence, and a love for scratch cooking. Experience with handmade or artisan-style pizzas is highly preferred, as our menu features high-quality, chef-driven takes on both classic and creative pizzas. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all kitchen operations, including prep, line execution, and service flow Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality results Recruit and develop a qualified, elite-level kitchen staff that reflects the standards of our concept Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation to brand standards Collaborate with ownership on creative new menu items and specials Manage inventory, food cost controls, and vendor relationships Utilize restaurant technology systems to manage scheduling, ordering, and reporting Ensure kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards are always met (and exceeded) Collaborate with the FOH team to ensure a seamless guest experience Troubleshoot kitchen challenges with a calm, solutions-first mindset Preferred Experience & Qualifications: 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef (Kitchen Manager experience is a plus) Strong background in high-volume or fast-casual kitchens with a focus on quality Prior experience with artisan pizza-making, wood-fired ovens, or scratch dough production is a major plus Proven track record of team leadership, development, and retention Demonstrated ability to create and execute innovative menu items Comfortable with kitchen management systems and digital tools Experience with Toast POS and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, etc.) is a plus ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification or equivalent required Current Manager Certificate (Food Manager's License) required or ability to obtain before hire Spanish-speaking ability is a strong plus, but not required Passion for great food, high standards, and continuous improvement Why Join Us? The Local Open is a growing concept that believes in empowering our team, celebrating creativity, and serving food that people genuinely crave. If you're a culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, knows how to build an exceptional team, and loves working with fresh ingredients-and especially if you're passionate about artisan pizza-we'd love to meet you! Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 5 - 10 years Salary: $55,000 - $85,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: Yes

Keywords: The Local Open, Frisco , Executive Chef, Hospitality & Tourism , Frisco, Texas