Culinary Khancepts is a diverse, multi-concept restaurant and entertainment group featuring locations in Texas and Illinois. At Culinary Khancepts, we believe unforgettable hospitality is created through genuine service, high-quality food and beverages, and consistent attention to detail. Guided by a strong, positive culture, we strive to create an environment where our teams thrive and guests feel welcomed, valued, and eager to return.
The Audrey Restaurant & Bar offers an elevated dining experience with thoughtfully crafted seasonal dishes, expertly mixed cocktails, and a warm, stylish atmosphere perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily opening and closing procedures, including coordinating staff arrival and pre-shift briefings to align on service goals, specials, and roles, and verifying that POS, cash handling, and reporting are completed accurately and securely.
- Coordinate communication between front and back of house to support efficient service and consistent standards
- Hire, train, schedule, and supervise FOH staff while providing feedback, coaching, and motivation
- Enforce compliance with sanitation, health, and safety regulations, upholding the restaurant’s image and high-quality standards
- Welcome guests, manage reservations, address concerns, and ensure a memorable experience; oversee seating and floor operations for efficiency
- Promote a positive, professional culture through clear communication, teamwork, and recognition of staff achievements
- Track FOH inventory and order supplies to prevent shortages and control costs
- Monitor labor, scheduling, and productivity to optimize team performance
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of restaurant experience in a related leadership or supervisory role.
- Food Handler Card and TABC Certification required, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe
- Skilled at creating memorable experiences, handling guest complaints, and ensuring high satisfaction.
- Demonstrated ability to manage servers, hosts, bartenders, and floor staff in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of labor management, scheduling, and cost control to meet budget and profitability goals.
- Familiarity with restaurant operating systems, including Toast, R365, Triple Seat, Open Table, and standard Microsoft Office tools.
Physical Abilities
- Move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objecting weighing less than or equal to 45 pounds without assistance
- Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening, and hearing ability and visual activity
- Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift
- Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stopping
- Requires manual ability to use, carry, and operate all necessary equipment
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Schedules
- Growth Opportunities
- Pharmacy & Restaurant Discounts
- Available discounts, rewards, and perks on thousands of personal purchases such as entertainment, gym memberships, electronics, and travel.
- Free movies at Star Cinema Grill
- Potential for Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
- 401K Retirement Savings Program
- Employee Referral Program
At Culinary Khancepts, we strive to provide a dynamic and rewarding place to work and recognize our Team Members are our most valuable ingredient. We believe that everyone contributes directly to the company’s growth and success.
Culinary Khancepts is a Houston, TX based hospitality organization founded in 2016 and is comprised of the following concepts:
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Our goal is "To provide every guest with an unforgettable dining experience through unmatched hospitality and the highest quality food and beverages.”
