Do you crave innovation? Are you passionate about Korean flavors and excited to push their boundaries? If so, we want you! Underdog, an established restaurant that aims to showcase modern Korean cuisine, is seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead our kitchen and help us evolve the Korean dining landscape in Austin, Texas.

About Us:

We're a passionate team dedicated to showcasing the vibrancy and depth of Korean cuisine through a modern lens. We source high-quality ingredients to to create dishes using Korean flavors that are both familiar and exciting.

You'll Be Responsible For:

• Culinary Leadership: Developing and executing a seasonally-driven menu that showcases your creativity and expertise in modern Korean cuisine.
• Kitchen Operations: Overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, including food quality, cost control, menu development, and staff training.
• Ingredient Sourcing: Building strong relationships with purveyors to secure the freshest, most innovative ingredients.
• Team Management: Inspiring and motivating a team of talented cooks, fostering a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Restaurant Vision: Collaborating with the ownership team to develop the overall culinary vision and direction of the restaurant.

We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef in a high-quality restaurant environment.
• Deep knowledge and appreciation for Korean cuisine, both traditional and new.
• Strong culinary skills and a commitment to using high-quality ingredients.
• Proven ability to develop creative and innovative menus.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and train a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience, including health insurance, paid time off, and a chance to be part of a dynamic and growing company.

Ready to Join the Revolution?

If you're a culinary leader who thrives on creativity and pushing boundaries, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your vision for modern Korean cuisine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.