Executive Chef

Bristol Associates, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Associates, Inc. is conducting a search for a destination resort known for its award-winning wine selections and locally sourced cuisine.

The organization seeks a visionary Executive Chef to lead food & beverage operations and position the resort as a leader in luxury hospitality. The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations, drive menu development, pricing strategy, and vendor selection, while representing the resort at culinary events and industry functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of culinary experience in high-volume environments.
• At least two years in a 4/5-star culinary leadership role.
• Strong expertise in international cuisine and luxury hospitality standards.
• Proven success in managing financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Experience with menu development, cost control, and vendor management.
• Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred.
• Food Safety & HACCP certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and purchasing systems.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations to ensure alignment with resort standards.
• Lead and inspire the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain excellence in food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Represent the resort at culinary events and industry functions.
• Collaborate with F&B leadership on budgets, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Manage food, labor, and operational costs to meet financial goals.
• Lead menu development, pricing strategy, and vendor selection.
• Analyze financial reports and implement profit-enhancing initiatives.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement development plans.
• Foster a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Build a strong succession pipeline and empower team decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Maintain and improve quality across all F&B outlets.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and operational efficiency.
• Support sustainability initiatives, including recycling programs.
• Design seasonal, trend-forward menus using local and regional ingredients.
• Develop offerings for restaurants, banquets, and special events.
• Collaborate with catering and sales teams to enhance revenue opportunities.
• Partner with F&B leadership on promotions, events, and programming.
• Contribute to marketing, PR, and brand positioning strategies.
• Support creation of unique guest experiences and themed events.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Financial management

Vendor management

English fluency

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Purchasing systems

Job description

Our executive search firm is conducting a search for a destination resort known for its award-winning wine selections and locally sourced cuisine. The organization is seeking a visionary chef who will lead their food & beverage operations and position them as leaders in luxury hospitality.

Overview:

The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations and lead the menu development, pricing strategy, and vendor selection of the dining outlets. The ideal candidate will represent the resort at culinary events and industry functions, while fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement within the culinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all culinary operations to ensure alignment with resort standards
• Lead and inspire the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Maintain excellence in food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Represent the resort at culinary events and industry functions
• Collaborate with F&B leadership on budgets, forecasting, and strategic planning
• Manage food, labor, and operational costs to meet financial goals
• Lead menu development, pricing strategy, and vendor selection
• Analyze financial reports and implement profit-enhancing initiatives
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement development plans
• Foster a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement
• Build a strong succession pipeline and empower team decision-making
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Maintain and improve quality across all F&B outlets
• Oversee equipment maintenance and operational efficiency
• Support sustainability initiatives, including recycling programs
• Design seasonal, trend-forward menus using local and regional ingredients
• Develop offerings for restaurants, banquets, and special events
• Collaborate with catering and sales teams to enhance revenue opportunities
• Partner with F&B leadership on promotions, events, and programming
• Contribute to marketing, PR, and brand positioning strategies
• Support creation of unique guest experiences and themed events

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of culinary experience in high-volume environments
• At least two years in a 4/5-star culinary leadership role
• Strong expertise in international cuisine and luxury hospitality standards
• Proven success in managing financial performance and operational efficiency
• Experience with menu development, cost control, and vendor management
• Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred
• Food Safety & HACCP certification required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and purchasing systems
• Fluent in written and spoken English

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About Bristol Associates, Inc. – Executive Search:

Bristol Associates, Inc. is a boutique executive recruiting firm that specializes in highly focused, personalized searches in all verticals for the following industries: Casino Gaming, Facility and Concession, Food and Beverage, Healthcare, Hotel and Resort, Nonprofit, Restaurant, and Travel, Tourism, and Attraction.

As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe that people and connections have always been the core of our organization. We concentrate on building lasting, real relationships with clients, candidates, and within our own team. Our tenured recruiters have unrivaled experience, professional expertise, and comprehensive industry knowledge, and our ever-expanding database and long-standing, valuable contacts in our extensive network allow us to source and deliver the best talent in today's market. That's the recipe Bristol Associates has used to place executive talent with leading companies for over 55 years.