Chef de Cuisine at Bonfire

Position: Chef de Cuisine

Location: Bon Fire, Downtown Paris, Texas

About Bon Fire

Bon Fire is an exciting new Texas-inspired restaurant with a French twist, opening soon in the heart of downtown Paris, Texas. Featuring live-fire cooking in a cutting-edge kitchen, our concept combines the bold, robust flavors of Texas with the elegance and precision of French cuisine.

Paris, Texas, is a community known for its warmth and charm, where neighbors support one another, local businesses thrive, and seasonal festivals bring people together. It’s an ideal place to work, live, and create lasting culinary memories.

Position Overview

As the Chef de Cuisine, you’ll lead Bon Fire’s kitchen team, bringing our Texas-meets-French concept to life. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring culinary expertise, creativity, and a passion for team building. You’ll collaborate with the Culinary Advisor and General Manager to craft an exceptional dining experience, from menu design to kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development & Execution:
  • Collaborate on designing an innovative menu that reflects our concept.
  • Ensure recipes are refined, dishes beautifully presented, and seasonal ingredients sourced locally.
• Kitchen Leadership:
  • Manage, train, and motivate the kitchen team.
  • Oversee hiring, scheduling, and performance management, fostering a positive and professional environment.
• Operations Management:
  • Handle inventory, ordering, and storage with a focus on efficiency and waste reduction.
  • Ensure the kitchen operates smoothly on a day-to-day basis.
• Cost Control:
  • Track food and labor costs, meeting budgetary goals without compromising quality.
• Standards Compliance:
  • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance with all regulations.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Monitor food preparation and presentation to ensure excellence in every dish.
  • Actively seek and act on feedback to enhance the dining experience.
• Supplier Relations:
  • Build relationships with suppliers to source the freshest, highest-quality ingredients.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven success managing a high-volume kitchen while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Leadership: A track record of motivating and developing a cohesive, high-performing team.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in scratch cooking, inventory management, and cost control. Knife skills and butchery experience are a plus.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills to effectively manage kitchen operations.
• Tech Proficiency: Familiarity with POS systems (Toast preferred) and general computer skills.
• Health & Safety: Deep understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Adaptability: Flexible and resilient under pressure, with availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Why Join Bon Fire?

Joining Bon Fire means being part of a groundbreaking culinary projectwith 

247 Mesa a growing hospitality group. You’ll have the chance to shape the identity of a new restaurant and lead a team dedicated to creating unforgettable dining experiences. At Bon Fire, we value creativity, collaboration, and growth—both personally and professionally.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $70,000–$80,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Relocation Allowance: Assistance with moving expenses to Paris, Texas.
• Possible Housing Assistance: If needed
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO to promote work-life balance.
• Dining Discounts: Employee discounts on meals at Bon Fire.

How to Apply

If you’re a driven, self-motivated culinary professional passionate about crafting exceptional dining experiences, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join us on this exciting journey and help bring Bon Fire’s unique vision to life.