San Marcos 03 (McCarty Ln) True TX BBQ - Culinary Lead - Full time

H-E-B is a prominent supermarket chain renowned for providing high-quality food products and exceptional customer service. The company stands out for its commitment to community involvement, employee development, and innovative food solutions. With a presence primarily in Texas and northern Mexico, H-E-B operates a variety of formats including grocery stores, specialty stores, fuel stations, and restaurants. The establishment takes pride in its passion for fresh, wholesome, and innovative food offerings, coupled with a culture that encourages teamwork, inclusiveness, and leadership development among its Partners.

The role of Culinary Lead at H-E-B Restaurants is a pivotal position that blends culinary expertise with leadership and operational management in a fast-paced retail food environment. This role is designed for individuals passionate about food service and committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience while maintaining strict compliance with food safety and operational standards. As a Culinary Lead, you will be entrusted with managing kitchen operations, ensuring the kitchen is well-stocked, well-maintained, and adhering to high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

You will lead the kitchen team by providing training, development, and direction to Partners, supporting them to excel in their roles. The position also requires you to step into supervisory roles in the absence of the Manager, including overseeing daily operations, performing closing duties, and supporting inventory and purchasing functions. Culinary Leads are responsible for ensuring the freshness, quality, and presentation of food items, handling customer interactions to build strong relationships, and managing any complaints in a professional manner.

Additionally, a Culinary Lead must function efficiently in multiple cooking venues and assist with catering orders while maintaining a sense of urgency and accuracy in all tasks. Mastery in culinary knowledge, food processing skills, nutritional understanding, and culinary math are essential to excel in this role. The ability to supervise, cross-train kitchen staff, troubleshoot equipment issues, and use company systems for safety, inventory, and purchasing is critical.

Working as a Culinary Lead at H-E-B means thriving in a dynamic environment where you must perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy items safely, maneuvering around kitchen equipment, and managing exposure to various environmental factors. The role requires dedication to operational excellence, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive, efficient, and customer-focused kitchen team. This position offers a meaningful career path within H-E-B’s supportive and growth-oriented culture, making it ideal for culinary professionals seeking leadership opportunities in a reputable and thriving company.