Executive Chef, Beach Club

Noble House Hotels & Resorts; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, including restaurants, banquets, and employee dining. You will direct, train, and mentor culinary staff, develop schedules, and drive food and labor costs while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership, a culinary degree preferred, and ServSafe certification.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a hotel, resort, country club, or related hospitality environment.
• ServSafe and Food Safety Manager Certification required.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with commercial kitchen equipment and basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations, including restaurants, banquets, and employee dining.
• Direct, train, coach, and mentor Sous Chefs and culinary staff.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to established standards and specifications.
• Develop employee schedules based on business levels and forecasting.
• Manage food and labor costs to meet departmental goals and financial objectives.
• Participate in menu development, pricing, presentations, and special event planning.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and development.
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, and support culinary team members.
• Address employee concerns and administer corrective action when appropriate.
• Attend Food & Beverage, safety, and leadership meetings.
• Collaborate with management to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Budgeting

Food safety

Staff training

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Basic computer skills

Job description

Join Our Team as Executive Chef

Are you a passionate culinary leader with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and team development? We are seeking a hands-on Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, including restaurants, banquets, and employee dining. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can inspire a team, maintain exceptional food quality, and drive operational success while creating memorable dining experiences for our members and guests.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations, including restaurants, banquets, and employee dining.
• Direct, train, coach, and mentor Sous Chefs and culinary staff.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to established standards and specifications.
• Develop employee schedules based on business levels and forecasting.
• Manage food and labor costs to meet departmental goals and financial objectives.
• Participate in menu development, pricing, presentations, and special event planning.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and development.
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, and support culinary team members.
• Address employee concerns and administer corrective action when appropriate.
• Attend Food & Beverage, safety, and leadership meetings.
• Collaborate with management to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a hotel, resort, country club, or related hospitality environment.
• ServSafe and Food Safety Manager Certification required.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with commercial kitchen equipment and basic computer systems.

Skills And Attributes

• Strong leadership presence and team-building abilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to outstanding service.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective under pressure.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in a busy kitchen environment for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and additional hours as business needs require.

Why Join Us

We offer the opportunity to lead a talented culinary team, showcase your creativity, and make a meaningful impact in a premier hospitality environment. If you are a driven culinary professional who is passionate about excellence, leadership, and guest satisfaction, we encourage you to apply.

Salary Description

Starting Salary $90K

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.