Executive Chef - Amangani

Aman Group; Jackson (WY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive福利

Job summary

Amangani in Jackson, United States, seeks an Executive Chef to lead and elevate the property’s culinary program. You’ll drive strategy, oversee a high-performing kitchen, and partner with leadership to deliver exceptional guest dining experiences.

The role requires extensive luxury-hotel culinary leadership, strong financial acumen, and a proven ability to inspire and develop a world-class team while maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Culinary Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as Head Chef or in culinary management.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as an Executive Chef in luxury hotels or resorts.
• Relevant professional certifications in food safety, HACCP, sanitation and hygiene.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to utilize financial systems and reporting tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Amangani’s culinary vision and strategy.
• Lead and inspire the culinary team, ensuring excellence in quality and presentation.
• Manage the department budget, cost controls, purchasing standards and inventory.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and career development within the culinary team.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and regulatory compliance across operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Financial reporting tools

Education

Culinary Arts / Culinary Management degree

Job description

Executive Chef - Amangani### Executive Chef - AmanganiApply: Amangani - Jackson, United States: Full time: Posted Today: JR105728**Location Overview** Join our team in Amangani. In the foothills of the Tetons, near the year-round mountain resort of Jackson Hole, Amangani looks out across the peaks and plains of the Snake River Valley. Evoking the pioneering spirit of the Old West in its redwood and sandstone architecture, the all-season retreat invites guests to discover outdoor adventure and the extraordinary natural beauty of Wyoming.**Role** The Executive Chef is accountable for developing and executing Amangani’s culinary vision and strategy, leading and inspiring the culinary team, driving operational excellence, managing financial performance, and ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and quality standards.This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership, direction, and oversight of all culinary operations within the property, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, innovation, and guest satisfaction. Working in close partnership with the General Manager, Resort Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, and other departmental leaders, the Executive Chef contributes to the hotel’s overall business objectives. **Responsibilities** CULINARY STRATEGY, VISION AND INNOVATION* Oversee menu development, engineering, seasonal offering and special culinary initiatives.* Monitor culinary trends, market developments, and local activities to identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation. CULINARY OPERATIONS AND QUALITY ASSURANCE* Provide overall leadership and supervision of all kitchen operations* Participate in the development and execution of capital expenditure projects, equipment replacement strategies, and culinary facility enhancements* Ensure consistent execution of menus, recipes, portion standards, food presentation, and service specifications FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL PERFORMANCE* Develop, manage, and monitor the culinary department’s annual operating budget in collaboration with the Director of F&B and Director of Finance.* Take accountability for food cost performance, productivity, labor and other costs.* Establish effective cost-control procedures, purchasing standards, and inventory management. LEADERSHIP, TALENT DEVELOPMENT AND TEAM ENGAGEMENT* Build, develop, and retain a high-performing culinary organization that reflects the hotel’s culture and service philosophy.* Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, training, performance management, and career development within the culinary department.GUEST EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE* Ensure that every culinary experience reflects Aman’s brand commitment to guest satisfaction.* Partner with the Sales, Events and Reservations teams to develop culinary offerings and ensure successful execution of group business, special events and VIP experiences. FOOD SAFETY, HYGIENE & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE* Ensure that all culinary operations are managed efficiently in accordance with AMAN’s Purposes and Values* To implement, maintain and enforce a food safety management system similar to HACCP* Ensure that sanitation, hygiene, and safety standards are met by enforcing compliance with state laws and regulations, ensuring proper food storage and handling techniques by all staff, and enforcing a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance. **Requirements*** Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Culinary Management or related discipline a plus* Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Head Chef or in culinary management position* Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as an Executive Chef, preferably in luxury hotels or resorts* Relevant professional certifications in food safety, HACCP, sanitation, and food hygiene* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to utilize financial systems and reporting tools* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (U.S. citizen, permanent resident or other valid work authorization) **Benefits**At Aman Group, we believe that our colleagues are at the core of our success. We offer competitive benefits including exciting international career opportunities in a company that is expanding rapidly. We prioritise and support your career journey, making you feel valued, included and at home.* Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.* Extensive private health insurance, life and personal accident insurance, travel insurance.* Access to the Colleague Complimentary Stay Scheme allowing you to explore our Aman and Janu properties and to enjoy discounted rates on Retail, F&B and Spa experiences.* Exclusive training and development opportunities supporting your growth with us.If you thrive in an ultra-luxury environment and are passionate about warm and personalised hospitality where every detail matters, we invite you to apply to join us on our journey.