Executive Chef

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is hiring an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team across Café, Room Service, Banquets, and more at a Louisville location. You will transform ingredients into memorable experiences, drive quality, and maintain high safety standards in fast-paced outlets.

The role requires strong leadership, proven kitchen management, and a track record of managing food costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree with at least three years of related experience, or a four-year college degree with a minimum of one year of related experience is preferred.
• Five years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, including required supervisory experience.
• Ability to handle stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity.
• Must meet certification requirements, which may include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist in food preparation, ensuring high standards of quality, taste, and presentation across all outlets while maintaining safety expectations.
• Lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen personnel to ensure efficient and high-quality food preparation and service.
• Manage food costs, budgets, and maximize cost/production ratios to optimize financial performance.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen, work, and storage areas, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Anticipate and address issues proactively to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Clearly convey information and resolve concerns from co-workers and guests effectively.

Skills

Flavor Maestro

Kitchen Captain

Cost Control

Sanitation

Operations Troubleshooter

Communication

Education

Two-year degree + 3 years experience or Four-year degree + 1 year experience

Five years supervisory hotel experience

Job description

Ready to spice up your career? At Aimbridge Hospitality, we don’t just serve food—we craft unforgettable moments! As our Executive Chef, you’ll be the creative mastermind behind every flavorful experience, leading a talented culinary crew across the Café, Room Service, Banquets, and more. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make magic happen, from plating show-stopping dishes to keeping our kitchens sparkling. If your taste buds crave adventure, your leadership is legendary, and you love transforming simple ingredients into mouthwatering memories, then join us and whip up excitement, one delicious bite at a time!

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Flavor Maestro: Supervise and assist in food preparation, ensuring high standards of quality, taste, and presentation across all outlets while maintaining safety expectations.
• Kitchen Captain: Lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen personnel to ensure efficient and high-quality food preparation and service.
• Culinary Number Cruncher: Manage food costs, budgets, and maximize cost/production ratios to optimize financial performance.
• Sanitation Superstar: Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen, work, and storage areas, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Quick-Fix Guru: Anticipate and address issues proactively to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Communication Connoisseur: Clearly convey information and resolve concerns from co-workers and guests effectively.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A two-year college degree with at least three years of related experience, or a four-year college degree with a minimum of one year of related experience is preferred.
• Five years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, including required supervisory experience.
• Ability to handle stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity.
• Must meet certification requirements, which may include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information Travelers can stay in the heart of downtown Louisville at our 4th Street Live hotel and walk to all the top Louisville attractions. Our hotel is conveniently attached to the Kentucky International Convention Center. We have brand new rooms featuring upscale amenities, city views, a sofa, and free WiFi. Hyatt Regency Louisville offers upscale fitness amenities and onsite gym activities for guest comfort and convenience. Accessible by guestroom key, our state-of-the-art hotel gym fitness center located in the lobby level allows each guest an opportunity to enhance their stay and keep active.

Application deadline for Colorado positions:

This position is at a location where Hyatt is not the employer. The employer of individuals working at this hotel may be a third-party management company that is responsible for all employment benefits and obligations at this location.

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