Executive Chef

Northwest x Southern Hospitality; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off from day one

401(k) retirement plan

Travel discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Northwest x Southern Hospitality, operating Courtyard by Marriott in the Pacific Northwest, seeks an Executive Chef to lead the hotel's food production and kitchen operations. You will drive menu execution, control food costs, uphold sanitation standards, manage inventory, and run daily kitchen tasks to ensure guest satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, hospitality expertise, and the ability to coach culinary teams in a fast-paced environment, supporting overall hotel goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; hotel/restaurant hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hotel operations, guest service and team leadership.
• Ability to manage daily operations and maintain high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of hotel food production and kitchen operations.
• Oversee menu execution, food costs, sanitation, inventory, and daily kitchen tasks.
• Ensure an exceptional dining experience and support hotel goals.
• Coach and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Start Your Hospitality Career with Us!

Courtyard by Marriott, proudly managed by Northwest x Southern Hospitality, is currently hiring an Executive Chef. If you're looking to begin or grow your career in hospitality and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is a great opportunity to get started.

Our hotels are located in some of the most beautiful areas of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, and we are proud to deliver award-winning guest experiences. Our team is passionate, genuine, forward-thinking, and fully engaged in creating meaningful connections. We take pride in what we do and strive to give back more than we take. We're looking for someone ready to step up, contribute, and help make every guest and team member experience a #BIGDEAL.

Summary:

This position is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of hotel food production and kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of quality, service, safety, and profitability. The Executive Chef oversees culinary teams, menu execution, food costs, sanitation standards, inventory, and daily kitchen operations while ensuring an exceptional dining experience for guests and supporting overall hotel goals.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with previous hotel, restaurant, or hospitality experience preferred. Strong knowledge of hotel operations, guest service, and team leadership is desired, along with excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage daily operations, support and develop team members, and maintain high standards of service and operational performance in a fast‑paced environment. Candidates should be proficient with computers and technical systems, including Microsoft Office products, and able to operate office equipment with speed and accuracy. Ability to obtain any required government or brand‑specific permits, licenses, or certifications is required. This position requires a flexible schedule, including varied shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week.

Who we are:

Northwest x Southern Hospitality is committed to helping team members grow professionally. We focus not only on your success today but also on preparing you for future opportunities within our organization. Team members benefit from a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages personal and professional development, along with a culture that values work‑life balance.

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays after one year of service, paid time off that begins accruing on day one, and sick leave for team members in Alaska, Oregon and Washington. Health and wellness benefits typically begin after 60 days of full‑time employment and include medical, dental, vision, and company‑paid life insurance, along with access to an employee assistance program and retirement planning options such as a 401(k).

Additional perks include travel discounts, entertainment discounts, monthly recognition programs, referral bonuses, community volunteer opportunities, and social events that help build strong connections within the team. There is also potential for advancement to other NSH properties, including those affiliated with Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG brands.

If you enjoy working with people, having fun on the job, and building a career you can count on, we encourage you to apply today.

To learn more about our company, please visit www.nwxsouthern.com.

Northwest x Southern Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sex, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

This position requires a motor vehicle and background check.