Bourbon Orleans - Executive Chef

Evolution Hospitality; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Plan

Job summary

Evolution Hospitality in New Orleans is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across Café, Room Service, Banquets and more. You will shape menus, mentor staff, and ensure top-quality food and service in a historic property.

The role requires a culinary degree or extensive hotel kitchen leadership, strong cost control, safety compliance, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree with 3+ years related experience or four-year degree with 1+ year related experience preferred.
• Five years of progressive hotel kitchen supervisory experience.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations while maintaining composure.
• Must meet certification requirements (Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, First Aid).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist in food preparation across outlets while upholding quality, taste, and presentation and safety standards.
• Lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen staff to ensure efficient and high-quality service.
• Manage food costs, budgets, and optimize cost/production ratios to improve financial performance.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety across kitchen and storage areas per health regulations.
• Anticipate and proactively address issues to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Clearly communicate information and resolve concerns with co-workers and guests.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Cost control

Food safety

Staff coaching

Guest communication

Education

Culinary degree

Hotel industry experience

Job description

Join Our Team as an Executive Chef! Ready to spice up your career? At Aimbridge Hospitality, we don’t just serve food—we craft unforgettable moments! As our Executive Chef, you’ll be the creative mastermind behind every flavorful experience, leading a talented culinary crew across the Café, Room Service, Banquets, and more. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make magic happen, from plating show-stopping dishes to keeping our kitchens sparkling. If your taste buds crave adventure, your leadership is legendary, and you love transforming simple ingredients into mouthwatering memories, then join us and whip up excitement, one delicious bite at a time!

Key Skills/Responsibilities

• Flavor Maestro: Supervise and assist in food preparation, ensuring high standards of quality, taste, and presentation across all outlets while maintaining safety expectations.
• Kitchen Captain: Lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen personnel to ensure efficient and high-quality food preparation and service.
• Culinary Number Cruncher: Manage food costs, budgets, and maximize cost/production ratios to optimize financial performance.
• Sanitation Superstar: Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen, work, and storage areas, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Quick-Fix Guru: Anticipate and address issues proactively to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Communication Connoisseur: Clearly convey information and resolve concerns from co-workers and guests effectively.

Education & Experience

• A two-year college degree with at least three years of related experience, or a four-year college degree with a minimum of one year of related experience is preferred.
• Five years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, including required supervisory experience.
• Ability to handle stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity.
• Must meet certification requirements, which may include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

Experience a Historic New Orleans Hotel Once a high-society ballroom and later a convent, the Bourbon Orleans has centuries of stories to tell. Push past the lively scene of Bourbon Street and walk into a hushed haven of gilded details, Belle Epoque-style, polished marble and a warm welcome that is pure Louisiana. This is where your Crescent City story starts. About Evolution Hospitality As the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world-class operation it is today.