Luxe Michelin-key property is seeking an innovative Executive Chef who is passionate about live fire cooking and chef-driven culinary programs. Ample creative latitude exists within expanding an ingredient-driven F&B program that is aspiring for further accolades. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, team-building chef coming from a blend of James Beard nominated or Michelin-starred kitchens and multi-outlet boutique hotel backgrounds.
Fantastic opportunity for someone that is looking to drive a program to further success and achievements – with excellent benefits!
Executive Chef Responsibilities include:
- Refine existing concepts and innovate new menu offerings, with an eye to menu engineering across a property for a holistic culinary program
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing kitchen team while fostering a positive, professional work environment
- Manage culinary administration, including ordering, inventory, scheduling, and staffing
- Proactively control food, labor, and operating costs while maintaining quality standards
- Oversee daily culinary operations across all outlets, including restaurants and events
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practices
Executive Chef Preferred Requirements:
- 2+ years of senior culinary leadership as an Executive Chef or 3+ as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef at a leading busy restaurant or boutique property
- Past experience in chef driven, ingredient driven kitchens is required; Michelin or James Beard kitchens is highly preferred
- Boutique or luxury hotel experience highly preferred – particularly in the Forbes or Michelin Key space
- Passion for live fire cuisine and elevated guest experiences
- Proven ability to manage budgets, P&Ls, inventory, and cost controls
- Strong leadership presence with excellent communication and team-building skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the business
Compensation includes:
- Base Salary in the range of $130k-$145k
- Strong Bonus program
- Medical benefits (no waiting period!)
- Unlimited PTO
- Parking