Executive Chef

Relais & Châteaux; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious inn is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations, develop seasonal menus, and manage the kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainable ingredients, demonstrating leadership and organizational skills while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service.

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation - 20 days a year

Uniforms Provided

401k

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years culinary experience, with at least 3 in a leadership role.
• Exceptional leadership and organizational skills.
• Proficient in inventory management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations and lead the kitchen team.
• Design and execute seasonal, locally sourced menus.
• Manage food cost, inventory, and ensure health compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Culinary Vision

Sustainable Sourcing

Education

ServSafe Certification or equivalent

Job description

The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations at The Inn at Hastings Park including our signature restaurant private dining events and special culinary programming. This role requires a visionary leader who can elevate the guest dining experience through creative and seasonal menus outstanding kitchen leadership and efficient operational management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to local sourcing sustainability and team development.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead train and inspire the culinary team to uphold the highest standards of food quality presentation and service.

Design and execute seasonal locally sourced menus that reflect the Inns culinary philosophy and the Relais & Chteaux brand.

Manage food cost inventory and purchasing in alignment with financial targets.

Ensure compliance with health safety and sanitation standards.

Collaborate with the General Manager and Events Team to develop custom menus for weddings private events and culinary programming.

Foster strong relationships with local farmers purveyors and artisans to promote regional ingredients.

Maintain a clean organized and efficient kitchen environment.

Contribute to the strategic growth of the Inns culinary reputation through public events collaborations and media opportunities.

Qualifications :

Minimum of 7 years culinary experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Strong culinary vision with a deep appreciation for seasonal and sustainable ingredients.

Exceptional leadership communication and organizational skills.

Proficient in kitchen operations cost control inventory management and budgeting.

ServSafe Certification or equivalent required.

Ability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays as needed.

Additional Information :

Benefits Include :

• Health Vision and Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation - 20 days a year starting day 1.
• Uniforms Provided
• 401k
• Free Parking

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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