Executive Chef

Executive Chef Partner

Bulla Gastrobar | Plano, TX

Bulla Gastrobar is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations in Plano, Texas.

Inspired by Spain's vibrant tapas culture, Bulla Gastrobar delivers a chef-driven dining experience built on fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and exceptional hospitality. As Executive Chef Partner, you will play a key leadership role in driving culinary excellence, developing talent, managing financial performance, and maintaining the high standards that define our brand.

This is an opportunity for a proven culinary leader who thrives in a high-volume environment, enjoys developing teams, and understands how to balance creativity with strong business results.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $90,000–$100,000
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Five-day work week
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Monthly dining privileges across all Centurion Restaurant Group concepts
• Leadership development through our Passport Growth Program
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing restaurant group

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead all back-of-house operations, ensuring consistent execution, quality, and food safety standards
• Develop, coach, and mentor Executive Sous Chefs, Sous Chefs, Supervisors, and hourly kitchen teams
• Drive financial performance through food cost, labor management, inventory controls, and purchasing strategies
• Maintain recipe integrity, presentation standards, and operational consistency
• Build and sustain a strong leadership pipeline through training, succession planning, and internal promotions
• Partner with restaurant leadership to achieve guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and profitability goals
• Manage kitchen scheduling, staffing, and productivity to support business needs
• Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure the kitchen operates at peak efficiency
• Foster a positive, accountable, and high-performance culture

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of Executive Chef experience in a high-volume, upscale casual or chef-driven concept
• Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory control, and P&L performance
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain culinary teams
• Experience with scratch kitchens and multi-station operations
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high culinary standards
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred

About Bulla Gastrobar

Bulla Gastrobar is part of Centurion Restaurant Group, an award-winning hospitality company with concepts including Bulla Gastrobar, Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar, Havana Harry's, and Beehive Kitchen. We are committed to creating exceptional guest experiences while providing our team members with meaningful opportunities for growth and development.

If you're ready to lead a talented culinary team and make an impact within a growing organization, we'd love to connect with you.

Apply today to learn more!