Executive Chef

Spirehotels; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early pay

Medical, dental, vision

Hotel discounts

401K match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Identity theft protection

Job summary

Redmont Hotel, Curio by Hilton in Birmingham seeks an Executive Chef to lead the Culinary team, preparing and presenting food to the highest standards. You will mentor chefs, uphold quality, and drive guest satisfaction at this renowned property.

The role requires at least 4 years in a hotel kitchen, relevant culinary education, and certifications. You will manage operations with a focus on safety, inventory, and cross-department collaboration, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in culinary operations and teams.
• Ability to develop menus and maintain high quality standards.
• Comfort with financial reporting and basic math for cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Culinary team to achieve excellence and repeat business.
• Oversee all kitchen activities, ensuring highest quality and guest satisfaction.
• Contribute to new menu development and promotional items.
• Collaborate with hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Quality standards

Guest satisfaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary or Apprenticeship Program

Tools

OSHA certification

Job description

Description

Overlooking downtown Birmingham, Redmont Hotel, Curio by Hilton is within walking distance of several restaurants, bars, and attractions. Alabama Theatre, Regions Field, Birmingham Museum of Art, and Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex are less than two miles away. We're also 15 minutes from the airport.

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have the support, tools and opportunities you need to get the job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career.

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of EARLY PAY OR EARNED WAGE ACCESS get paid before payday, medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accident or illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more.

The role will provide leadership and empowering the Food & Beverage – Culinary TEAM to strive for excellence and repeat business. The Executive Chef will lead, mentor, and collaborate with our team of Chefs to prepare, cook, and present food to the highest standards, ensuring exceptional quality and guest satisfaction

Essential Job Functions

• Inspire exceptional customer service through your positive leadership and dedication to guest satisfaction
• Assist in leading and managing all culinary activities and operations to uphold the highest quality standards
• Contribute creatively to the development of new menu items and promotions
• Cultivate strong working relationships across Food & Beverage and other hotel departments
• Monitor and maintain standards for product quality, presentation, and production efficiency
• Conduct audits of storeroom inventory and storage to ensure product quality, safety, and kitchen cleanliness are upheld

Physical Demands

• Lift, carry, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200 lbs. at a time, on a continuous basis
• Ability to stand and move about for long periods of time
• Manual dexterity to grasp and use all kitchen equipment

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Completion of Culinary or Apprenticeship Program preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 4 year cook experience in hotel preferred
• Minimum of 4 year cook experience in a similar role, size of operation required
• Managers Food Handlers Certification required
• Alcohol Beverage Servers Certification required
• OSHA certification or equivalent knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Basic mathematical skills to prepare financial reporting

Spire Hospitality, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans

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