Executive Chef

The Mina Group; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Employee stock purchase program

Paid parental leave

Personalized caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous paid time off

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Mina Group is seeking a passionate Restaurant Executive Chef located in Orange, California. As the Executive Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and innovative menu offerings. The role demands strong leadership and financial acumen to enhance the dining experience and maintain profitability.

We offer excellent benefits including travel perks, employee stock purchase program, paid parental leave, and health benefits. Join us to spread warmth and hospitality in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role.
• Strong understanding of culinary techniques and kitchen management.
• Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Drive culinary excellence and maintain presentation standards.
• Create and implement new seasonal menus.
• Control costs and optimize profitability.
• Manage kitchen systems for operational efficiency.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Leadership

Financial management

Team development

Job description

Restaurant Executive Chef

Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work! As a Restaurant Executive Chef, you’re not just leading culinary production of a designated kitchen – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations: Oversee meal preparation, food quality, and presentation while maintaining a well-run kitchen
• Drive culinary excellence: Select high-quality ingredients, uphold presentation standards, and ensure consistency in execution of dishes
• Enhance menu offerings: Create and implement new dishes and seasonal menus to elevate the dining experience
• Contribute to financial success: Control costs, monitor budgets, and optimize profitability through efficient production planning
• Ensure operational efficiency: Manage kitchen systems, reporting, and departmental coordination to streamline daily operations
• Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

What It Takes to Make the Stay

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

How We'll Help You Thrive

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

Salary

Salary Range: $110,000-120,000/yr

The Mina Group, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and other aspects of employment, please contact Mina Group Human Resources by emailing [e-mail].