Executive Chef

Hyatt Taleo; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

On-site parking

Sick pay

Hotel room discounts

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement savings plan

PTO

Ski pass bonus

Job summary

Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan menus, and oversee provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. You will train culinary staff and ensure Hyatt service standards are met while working under pressure in a high-volume resort environment.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to maintain top culinary quality. Salary starts from $106,800 USD, with a higher budgeted base around $107,000, and benefits listed below.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive hotel culinary experience
• Senior role in culinary environment with 4+ years
• Proven leadership skills and ability to train staff
• English written and verbal communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Menu planning, provisioning, food prep, and sanitation
• Direct training of culinary staff and kitchen workers
• Maintain high culinary standards under pressure
• Ensure quality, portion control, and presentation consistency
• Coach staff to Hyatt service standards

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

High energy

Customer service

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Executive Chef | VAI001492

Description

Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, along the banks of Gore Creek, Grand Hyatt Vail is located in the heart of Vail Valley within the Cascade Village neighborhood. Featuring Vail’s premier open-air chairlift directly next to our spacious ski valet and rental shop, Grand Hyatt Vail offers the most convenient access to Vail Mountain, adventure, and respite. From skiing and snowboarding, seasonally inspired resort activities, and luxurious amenities, Grand Hyatt Vail has something for everyone. Enjoy an array of Colorado inspired dining options, comfortable guest rooms and warm hospitality at Vail’s premier ski-in/ski-out resort. Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking colleagues with unmatched service. We care for people so they can be their best.
The Executive Chef will be responsible for kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. This position directs the training of culinary staff and other kitchen workers engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service. The position demands creativity on a daily basis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards. The Executive Chef works well under pressure, is organized, flexible, self-motivated and is willing to work long hours.
Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. Salary range for this position starts at $106,800. Actual pay will be determined based on experienced.

• Experience training food prep employees
• Ability to instill safety and sanitation habits in all employees.
• Teach employees the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques
• Ensure that level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistently
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

The budgeted base salary range starting at $107,000. As a member of the properties Leadership Committee, the Executive Chef is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager.

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift worked
• Free parking on-site
• 1 hour of sick pay earned for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours/year
• Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance — (Full-Time colleagues after 30 days)
• Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time colleagues)
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Basic Life Insurance
• PTO earned based on hours worked, up to 17 days in your first year (Full-Time & Part-Time)
• Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
• Annual of Season Ski Pass Bonus

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

This application window is anticipated to open at a maximum of 30 days from August 9th, 2026 to September 8th, 2026 or until a candidate is selected. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
• 6 years or more of progressive hotel Culinary experience (typically with Hyatt)
• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• At least 4 years experience in a senior role in a culinary environment
• Proven leadership skills
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high volume property, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and associate relations, and ability to improve the bottom line
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills
• Maintain communications with Corporate Staff
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt Service Standards and Procedures

Primary Location

: US-CO-Vail

Organization

: Grand Hyatt Vail

Pay Basis

: 106,800.00 Yearly US Dollar (USD)

Job Level

: Director | Full-time

Job

: Culinary