Culinary Excellence Director – Multi‑Property Experiences

Aspen Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 185,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Ski Pass

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

Aspen Hospitality, part of the Aspen One portfolio, is seeking a Director of Culinary Operations & Experiences to drive culinary vision across luxury hotels and private clubs. The role leads Executive Chefs, sets standards, and ensures guest and member satisfaction while delivering strong financial performance.

The position oversees multiple properties, partners with HR on staffing, and focuses on sustainability, sourcing, and pre-opening initiatives.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent classical culinary training preferred.
• Current food safety management certification, such as ServSafe Manager, or the ability to obtain certification, required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive culinary leadership, including at least 3 years in people leadership and multi-property initiatives, required.

Responsibilities

• Define the culinary philosophy and lead menu strategies across all outlets.
• Develop and reposition restaurant and bar concepts in partnership with property leadership.
• Establish brand culinary standards, recipe specifications, and plating guidelines.

Skills

Executive Chef leadership

Multi-property operations

P&L ownership

Travel willingness

Education

Culinary degree

ServSafe Manager certification

Job description

Aspen Hospitality, part of the Aspen One portfolio, is seeking a Director of Culinary Operations & Experiences to drive culinary vision across luxury hotels and private clubs. The role leads Executive Chefs, sets standards, and ensures guest and member satisfaction while delivering strong financial performance.

The position oversees multiple properties, partners with HR on staffing, and focuses on sustainability, sourcing, and pre-opening initiatives.