Culinary Khancepts is a diverse, multi-concept restaurant and entertainment group featuring locations in Texas and Illinois.
State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, The Audrey, Reel Luxury Cinemas, Epicure Café, Leo’s, the Historic River Oaks Theatre, Mayahuel, Star Cinema Grill, Hollywood Palms, and River Oaks Pharmacy.
We are dedicated to serving fresh, made-from-scratch cuisine with elevated presentation, while placing an even greater emphasis on delivering outstanding guest experiences. 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all processes for the venue to ensure they are in place and executed daily
- Ensure all guests are attended to and treated with the utmost respect by all departments
- Maintain proper inventory pars and management systems
- Confirm all management are appropriately trained, developed and up to date with current company procedures and policies
- Uphold company standards for cleanliness, food and beverage quality, service standards, and an unmatched guest experience
- Manage and maintain all administrative duties, including (but not limited to), OpenTable, P&L Reporting, Payroll, Staffing Pars, and Reporting Workbook
- Foster strong motivation and people skills through consistent communication across the management team
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 3-5+ years of experience in a Senior Leadership Role managing fast-paced, high-volume dining operations, ensuring smooth service, efficiency, and consistent guest satisfaction.
- Required certifications include a valid Food Handler Card and TABC Certification, with a strong understanding of food safety and responsible alcohol service standards.
- Experience managing P&L, labor, and food costs, controlling budgets, analyzing sales performance, and implementing cost-control measures in a busy environment.
- Track record of operational efficiency in scheduling, labor coverage, and workflow management during peak service.
- Inventory and supply chain management expertise, ensuring accurate ordering, stock control, and minimizing waste.
- Proficiency in company systems and platforms, including Toast, R365, Tripleseat, Open Table, and Microsoft Office applications.
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:
Star Cinema Grill, a dine-in-theater concept that offers our guests first run film releases, an extensive menu, and a full-service bar with a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits.
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State Fare Kitchen & Bar, a full-service restaurant that offers a unique menu with local favorites that are as bold and diverse as the state of Texas.
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Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, a full-service restaurant that is one of Houston’s hidden gems offering the freshest coastal ingredients along with Texas beef, sushi and freshly made pastas.
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The Audrey Restaurant & Bar / Reel Luxury Cinemas, a stylish modern restaurant serving contemporary American cuisine. sharing space with a one-of-a-kind luxury, dine-in movie theater.
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Leo’s River Oaks Restaurant / The River Oaks Theater – Coming Soon!
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Hollywood Palms Cinema, The best theater in the Chicago area!
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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.”