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Senior Regional Chef
SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence —Texas
- $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Junior Sous Chef
Stagecoach Inn & Restaurant —Salado, TX
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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LITTLE JAMAICA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE —Killeen, TX
- $15 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Opportunities for advancement
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American Cruise Lines —United States
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Regional Chef

SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence -
Texas

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Budget control
Data analysis skills
Kitchen cost control
Bachelor's degree
Account management
Project leadership

Full Job Description

Principal Objectives of Position

The Senior Regional Chef is a strategic culinary leader responsible for driving enterprise-wide culinary excellence, innovation, and operational performance across multiple regions. This role partners closely with executive leadership, operations, and sales to shape culinary strategy, enhance client experience, and accelerate business growth.

This position leads high-impact initiatives including menu innovation, culinary standardization, talent development, and sales enablement, while ensuring best-in-class food quality, consistency, and profitability. The Senior Regional Chef serves as a thoughtful leader and brand ambassador, elevating the organization’s Food First culture and reinforcing innovation as a core differentiator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Impact:

Define and execute regional culinary strategies aligned with company growth objectives and client needs
Act as a senior advisor to the operations team, contributing to margin improvement, food cost optimization, and concept development
Influence executive decision-making through culinary insights, trend forecasting, and performance data
Lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and guest satisfaction

Sales Enablement & Client Engagement:

Serve as a senior culinary ambassador in high-profile client presentations, national accounts, and strategic bids
Partner with sales leadership to design and deliver customized culinary solutions that drive revenue growth
Lead culinary storytelling through elevated presentations, tastings, and innovation showcases
Support retention and expansion of key accounts through differentiated culinary experiences

Culinary Operations Excellence:

Provide oversight and guidance across multiple districts to ensure consistent execution of culinary standards
Lead complex, high-visibility events and support critical account openings or transitions
Identify operational gaps and implement scalable solutions to improve quality, speed, and cost efficiency
Establish and monitor KPIs tied to food quality, innovation adoption, and operational performance

Talent Development & Leadership:

Mentor and develop Regional and District Chefs, building a strong internal culinary leadership pipeline
Design and lead advanced training programs focused on culinary skills, leadership, and business acumen
Foster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Provide succession planning and performance coaching across the culinary organization

Innovation & Menu Development:

Lead enterprise-level menu innovation and culinary R&D, aligning with consumer trends and client expectations
Standardize recipes, platforms, and culinary programs for scalability and consistency
Introduce new concepts, global flavors, and emerging techniques to maintain a competitive edge
Partner with supply chain and nutrition teams to ensure feasibility, compliance, and cost control

Culture, Brand & Values:

Champion the company’s Food First philosophy and embed innovation into daily practice
Act as a cultural leader promoting inclusivity, creativity, and culinary excellence across all regions
Drive adoption of customized programs tailored to diverse clients and community needs
Represent the organization at industry events, tradeshows, and strategic partnerships

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Knowledge, & Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field (or equivalent experience) required
7–10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in multi-unit or high-volume foodservice environments
Proven success leading regional or enterprise culinary programs across multiple locations
Strong business acumen, including food cost management, labor efficiency, and operational scalability
Experience supporting sales growth, client engagement, and high-level presentations
Deep knowledge of culinary trends, innovation, and foodservice technology
Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills
K-12 or institutional foodservice experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, nutrition-related software programs, and culinary-related technology
Ability to pass an extensive nationwide criminal background check and fingerprint analysis
Current driver’s license and ability to travel freely in the United States

This position requires travel 75% or more of the time

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Pay: $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
Are you willing to take a drug test, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Work Location: On the road

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