TOCA Social is the world’s first dining and entertainment experience with a soccer twist, set to change the game. With venues already operating globally, we are expanding rapidly, with new locations opening in the coming years. Our Dallas venue at Grandscape is the next step in our exciting growth journey, and we’re looking for passionate leaders to help us deliver extraordinary experiences for our guests.
At TOCA Social, Everybody Plays! No need to be a soccer expert—our focus is on creating an electric atmosphere where leadership, passion, and creativity shine. If you're a natural leader who loves inspiring teams, delivering extraordinary experiences, and being part of something innovative, you'll thrive here.
Job Overview
At TOCA Social, we believe that outstanding guest experiences begin with a passionate, engaged team. As our Executive Chef, you will play a key role in shaping the culinary experience by leading a talented kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes, and ensuring that every element of the guest experience is elevated. Your role will extend beyond the kitchen, as you collaborate with all departments to maintain high operational standards and ensure that every guest's journey is memorable. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience from competitive socializing or hospitality venues and will embody the 51% attributes that are essential to our company culture—leading with excellence, creativity, and teamwork.
Location: TOCA Social Dallas/Grandscape, Texas
Reports to: General Manager
Role Scope & Responsibilities:
As the Executive Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen and culinary operations, ensuring that every dish meets TOCA Social’s high standards while creating an exceptional dining experience for our guests. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Providing a safe and hospitable environment for all teammates and guests
- Leading a diverse & dynamic team who anticipates and exceeds guests needs and expectations
- Creating and fostering a ‘Greatest Of All Time’ or GOAT culture for all teammates
- Coaching and developing teammates to reach their full potential and career goals
- Accurately scheduling teammates to anticipate labor demands, considering seasonal needs
- Leading and guiding daily food services e.g. ordering, safe preparation, cooking and presenting delicious dishes in alignment with the TOCA Social standards
- Ensuring Compliance, Health & Safety, Food Safety and Allergy Processes are followed at all times
- Conducting preventative maintenance checks including daily walk throughs and completing checklists, proactively planning action points and escalating issues as necessary
- Supporting the General Manager with all recruitment needs including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training and development of new teammates
- Resolving issues with grace and empathy, focused on finding the best outcome for the venue, teammates and guests
- Managing stock levels, ensuring daily and weekly ordering of goods is completed while meeting budgeted gross profit target and collating data reports to feedback figures during meetings
- Continuously reviewing and developing TOCA Social menu specifications and ensuring teammates meet all standards
- Managing the completion of Food Safety and Health & Safety records, ensuring training and compliance at all times
- Owning the maintenance of equipment, ensuring all is in good report, and escalating any issues
- Managing and maintaining risk assessments to remain compliant
- Being the ‘go-to’ for teammate support whenever on shift
- Managing Teammates with excellent communication skills (written & verbal) and embracing Teammate and guest varieties
- Creating a ‘Greatest Of All Time’ GOAT team culture and mindset
- Working with leaders to ensure accurate scheduling of teammates while anticipating seasonal labor changes
- Leading from the front to create a best in class Guest experience and supporting Teammates in following consistent Steps of Service
- Empowering Teammates to surpass Guest expectations
- Maintain the ability to resolve issues with grace and empathy, focus on always finding the best outcome for all guests
Qualifications & Experience:
- At least 3 years as an Executive Chef in a Hospitality venue
- A punctual and reliable individual with a great attitude and work ethic!
- A quick learner with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Passionate about delivering top-quality experiences with a teammate and guest-first attitude
- A willingness and desire to make people happy and deliver genuine and memorable experiences
- Someone who is ready to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in (and help out other departments and teammates!)
- Full understanding of OSHA practices and the ability to develop teammate knowledge
- Food Handler Certification (Texas Department of State Health Services) – Required
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification – Preferred but not essential
- First Aid & CPR Certification – Preferred but not essential
- Fire Safety Training – Preferred but not essential
- An in-depth knowledge of heart-of-house operations management with a proven track record of service excellence
- Ability to work flexible hours each week including evenings and weekends
Benefits:
You’ll have full access to our TOCA benefits, which includes (but is not limited to!):
- Competitive salary
- Benefit Package
- Complimentary TOCA games!
- Huge discounts on our F&B
- Free meal while on shift
- Local retail & hospitality discounts!
- Teammate Assistance Program
- Great progression opportunities as we expand!
