Executive Chef
23 days ago
Houston
Job Description MaKiin is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary vision and elevate our Thai fine dining experience. This role is ideal for a chef with strong leadership, excellent organization, and deep respect for Thai flavors and techniques. You will collaborate closely with ownership to create unforgettable dishes that reflect Thailand’s heritage and MaKiin’s modern luxury style. What You Will Do • Lead all culinary operations and daily kitchen management, • Create seasonal menus and specials with creativity and high standards, • Train and mentor back-of-house team, • Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation excellence, • Oversee kitchen financial performance, inventory, ordering, food cost, • Ensure a clean, organized, safe, and efficient kitchen, • Work closely with ownership on culinary programs and special events What We Are Looking For • Strong leadership and communication skills, • Experience in high-volume upscale or fine dining, • Understanding of Thai cuisine or Asian cuisine required, • Ability to create innovative dishes while respecting traditional flavors, • Hands-on, calm, positive leader, • Strong knowledge of food costing, inventory, and BOH systems Why Join MaKiin MaKiin is a Thai fine dining destination in River Oaks with luxury ambiance, artistic plating, and a culture driven by passion, teamwork, and growth. This is an incredible opportunity to help shape one of Houston’s most exciting culinary brands. Company DescriptionMaKiin (pronounced “mah-KEEN”) offers an elevated and inventive Thai dining experience nestled in the prestigious Hanover building in Houston’s River Oaks neighborhood. tripadvisor.ca +8 makiinthai.com +8 opentable.com +8 Culinary Philosophy: MaKiin blends the rich traditions of Thai cuisine with modern creativity—reimagining classic flavors through innovative techniques, elegant presentation, and premium ingredients. Each dish invites guests on a sensory adventure that balances heritage and artistry. makiinthai.com Atmosphere & Offerings: A stylish fine‐dining ambiance featuring indoor seating, bar, patio, and private event space. Diverse menu experiences: an acclaimed full à la carte dinner, a popular all‐you‐can‐eat lunch buffet (~$29), and refined “Thai High Tea.” makiinthai.com +2 opentable.com +2 houstonhotspots.com +2 Recognized for exceptional service, luxury presentation, and a vibrant culinary journey. tripadvisor.ca Highlights & Accolades: Valet parking and dog‐friendly patio enhance guest convenience. opentable.com Featured in Houston’s Restaurant Weeks and praised for impeccable service and décor. houstonrestaurantweeks.com Dining prices typically start at $50+, reflecting its fine‐dining positioning. opentable.com Location & Hours: 2651 Kipling St., Ste. 101, Houston, TX 77098 (Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor) Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3 pm; Sat–Sun 11:30 am–4 pm Dinner: Sun–Thu 5 pm–10 pm; Fri–Sat 5 pm–11 pm Happy Hour: Daily 5–7 pm All‐You‐Can‐Eat Lunch: Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3 pm Thai High Tea: Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3 pm Why MaKiin Stands Out: A masterful balance of elevated Thai flavors, luxurious ambiance, and cultural authenticity. Encourages exploration of Thai cuisine through seasonal menus, curated experiences, and a scenic River Oaks setting. Dedicated to quality—from sourcing top‐tier ingredients to delivering refined culinary craftsmanship and hospitality.MaKiin (pronounced “mah-KEEN”) offers an elevated and inventive Thai dining experience nestled in the prestigious Hanover building in Houston’s River Oaks neighborhood. \ntripadvisor.ca\n+8\nmakiinthai.com\n+8\nopentable.com\n+8\n\nCulinary Philosophy:\nMaKiin blends the rich traditions of Thai cuisine with modern creativity—reimagining classic flavors through innovative techniques, elegant presentation, and premium ingredients. Each dish invites guests on a sensory adventure that balances heritage and artistry. \nmakiinthai.com\n\nAtmosphere & Offerings:\n\nA stylish fine‐dining ambiance featuring indoor seating, bar, patio, and private event space.\n\nDiverse menu experiences: an acclaimed full à la carte dinner, a popular all‐you‐can‐eat lunch buffet (~$29), and refined “Thai High Tea.” \nmakiinthai.com\n+2\nopentable.com\n+2\nhoustonhotspots.com\n+2\n\nRecognized for exceptional service, luxury presentation, and a vibrant culinary journey. \ntripadvisor.ca\n\nHighlights & Accolades:\n\nValet parking and dog‐friendly patio enhance guest convenience. \nopentable.com\n\nFeatured in Houston’s Restaurant Weeks and praised for impeccable service and décor. \nhoustonrestaurantweeks.com\n\nDining prices typically start at $50+, reflecting its fine‐dining positioning. \nopentable.com\n\nLocation & Hours:\n 2651 Kipling St., Ste. 101, Houston, TX 77098 (Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor) \n\nLunch: Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3 pm; Sat–Sun 11:30 am–4 pm\n\nDinner: Sun–Thu 5 pm–10 pm; Fri–Sat 5 pm–11 pm\n\nHappy Hour: Daily 5–7 pm\n\nAll‐You‐Can‐Eat Lunch: Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3 pm\n\nThai High Tea: Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3 pm \n\nWhy MaKiin Stands Out:\n\nA masterful balance of elevated Thai flavors, luxurious ambiance, and cultural authenticity.\n\nEncourages exploration of Thai cuisine through seasonal menus, curated experiences, and a scenic River Oaks setting.\n\nDedicated to quality—from sourcing top‐tier ingredients to delivering refined culinary craftsmanship and hospitality.