Executive Chef

Davidson Hospitality Group; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage (Multiple Tiers)

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Hotel Orielle, Autograph Collection in Savannah, GA, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a boutique luxury kitchen and elevate dining experiences on Bay Street. You will oversee culinary operations, menu development, and food quality while inspiring a diverse team to deliver exceptional service.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of kitchen management and 5+ years of cooking experience, plus a college degree or certification in culinary/hospitality.

Qualifications

• 4+ years kitchen management experience.
• 5+ years cooking experience.
• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality preferred.
• Good working knowledge of sanitation standards and proper food preparation/presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations and menu development.
• Ensure food quality and consistency across all dining venues.
• Lead, train and inspire a diverse kitchen team to deliver elevat ed guest experiences.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and management to achieve financial goals.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and sanitation.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu development

Financial acumen

Staff training

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree in culinary arts or hospitality

Job description

Property Description

Join the team at Hotel Orielle, Autograph Collection — a premier boutique luxury hotel nestled in the heart of Savannah’s historic Riverfront district. This distinguished property blends Southern charm with artistic flair, offering guests curated original artwork, upscale dining, and sweeping river views right on Bay Street.

With standout experiences like rooftop cocktails overlooking the water, refined cuisine, modern fitness and meeting facilities, and a warm, service-driven culture, The Bohemian is not just a place to stay — it’s a destination where hospitality and creativity come alive.

From welcoming travelers seeking authentic Savannah experiences to hosting memorable weddings and events, our team delivers personalized, elevated service every day.

Overview

Are you a creative and dynamic Executive Chef looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an Executive Chef who is passionate about culinary excellence and has a track record of inspiring teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences. As our Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing our culinary operations, menu development, food quality, and ensuring our guests are wowed by every bite. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent and lead a team in a beautiful and upscale environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years kitchen management experience
• 5+ years cooking experience
• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred
• Good working knowledge of sanitation standards and proper preparation and presentation of F&B
• Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other Team Members
• Proven ability to effectively lead and train a diverse workforce
• Willingness to set a high standard in the kitchen through leading by example
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 100 pounds
• Ability to work extended hours when business necessitates in humid and/or extreme temperatures

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.