Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $67,900.00 - $93,600.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
performance-based bonuses
Growth opportunities within Altura Concepts
Job Description
Altura Concepts, established in 2016, is a prestigious dining group known for its collection of well-known and relaxed full-service restaurant brands in the Valley. The company prides itself on providing exceptional dining experiences that elevate everyday moments and special celebrations alike. Altura Concepts emphasizes culinary excellence, attentive service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, making it a standout name in the hospitality industry. Maseto, one of their prominent ventures, is a modern Italian restaurant located in McAllen, TX. It reflects the brand's commitment to delivering high-quality cuisine and memorable guest experiences through a combination of traditional Italian flavors and contemporary culinary... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of culinary leadership experience including Executive Chef or Sous Chef roles
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations food safety and labor management
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a high-performing culinary team
- Hands-on leadership style with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work nights weekends and holidays as required
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years of culinary leadership experience including Executive Chef or Sous Chef roles
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations food safety and labor management
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a high-performing culinary team
- Hands-on leadership style with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work nights weekends and holidays as required
- Experience with Italian or chef-driven restaurant concepts preferred
- Background in high-volume full-service restaurant environments preferred
- Experience opening or stabilizing new restaurant concepts preferred
Job Duties
- Oversee all kitchen operations ensuring consistency quality and presentation of all menu items
- Execute menus recipes and plating standards according to concept guidelines
- Maintain cleanliness organization and food safety standards throughout the kitchen
- Lead service execution and ensure smooth coordination between kitchen and front-of-house
- Train coach and develop sous chefs line cooks and kitchen staff
- Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable to performance standards
- Foster a positive professional and disciplined kitchen culture
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback
- Manage kitchen labor scheduling and ensure proper staffing coverage
- Oversee prep systems station setup and service readiness
- Ensure proper food handling storage labeling and rotation FIFO
- Maintain equipment standards and coordinate maintenance needs with management
- Execute food cost controls and portion standards
- Ensure recipes yields and prep procedures are followed consistently
- Monitor waste and implement corrective actions as needed
- Participate in inventory counts and kitchen-level controls
- Work closely with the General Manager to align culinary execution with service goals
- Partner with Central Office on menu rollouts training and standards implementation
- Support new menu items specials and seasonal features as directed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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