Executive Chef

Autograph Collection; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility (20%)

Job summary

Peregrine Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef for the Autograph Collection hotel in Atlanta. Lead all culinary operations, design menus for outlets and banquets, and drive food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications include 5+ years as an Executive Chef in a hotel/high-end restaurant, with a culinary degree preferred. Marriott experience is a plus, salary range $125,000-$135,000 plus 20% bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in a hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Marriott experience preferred.
• A culinary degree from an accredited institution or equivalent culinary experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Create menus that align with the culinary vision and budget.
• Create holiday and seasonal menus and banquet menus.
• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure top food quality and presentation.
• Manage food and labor costs, budgets, and KPIs.
• Train and develop kitchen staff and collaborate with the restaurant manager.

Skills

Executive Chef

Culinary leadership

Food safety & sanitation

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Equivalent culinary experience (preferred)

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26102466

Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location 415 E Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30305 VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $125,000-$135,000

Expiration Date: 09/28/2026

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Peregrine Hospitality Group. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Peregrine Hospitality is seeking a dynamic culinary professional to become the Executive Chef of our 201-room, urban upscale, one-of-a-kind luxury lifestyle hotel that celebrates a creative class of consumers seeking artistically curated travel and hospitality experiences. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial spirit that can operate in a branded environment and deliver exceptional guest service and financial results.

As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations at our restaurant and banquets, ensuring the highest level of food quality, presentation, and service. The successful candidate will be responsible for the kitchens, creating and implementing menus for all outlets, managing food and labor costs, training all kitchen staff and working with the restaurant manager to promote a positive work environment with all F&B staff.

Responsibilities

• Create menus that align with the culinary vision, target market, and budgetary requirements.
• Create special menus for holidays & seasonal specials.
• Create banquet menus that range from groups of 25 up to 300
• Execute plated & buffet banquets for groups of 25 up to 300
• Maintain the highest level of food quality and presentation, including consistency in taste, texture and appearance of dishes.
• Oversee culinary budget, financials and hotel wide KPIs to exceed expectations of business strategies and goals.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant and banquet preventative maintenance programs.
• Uphold all food and kitchen-related policies and procedures, including those pertaining to SOPs, food safety and sanitation as outlined by OSHA & the health department.
• Manage food and labor costs to achieve profitability targets, while minimizing food waste and controlling inventory levels.
• Manage, train and develop kitchen staff to meet culinary standards and keep up-to-date with current food trends.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Experience And Education

• Restaurant and banquet culinary experience
• Thorough knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines as outlined by OSHA & the health department
• Passion for food and a commitment to delivering an exceptional culinary experience for our guests
• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in a hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Marriott experience preferred.
• A culinary degree from an accredited institution or equivalent culinary experience preferred, but not required

Pay: The salary range for this position is $125,000-$135,000 annually plus 20% bonus eligibility based on performance.

Physical Requirements

• The minimum physical requirements for this position include but are not limited to:
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel

Disclaimer

All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract, express implied, or otherwise, and does not alter the “at will” employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change, modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact: [e-mail]

Peregrine Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran and Drug Free.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.