Executive Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader

Hotel-Weyanoke; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Leadership training

Job summary

Hotel Weyanoke in Farmville, VA is seeking an accomplished culinary leader to design, develop, and execute creative, high-quality menus that reflect seasonal trends and wine pairings, while overseeing all food prep, production, and presentation.

You’ll manage kitchen productivity, staffing, budgeting, and cost control, mentor the kitchen team, and ensure safety while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized culinary school (or equivalent through experience) with 5–6 years of progressive culinary leadership.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, styles, and kitchen operations.
• Proven track record of leading, motivating, and developing teams.
• Strong decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor; ability to communicate with staff and leadership.
• Bilingual skills are a plus; proficient in Word/Excel/Google Apps.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute creative, high-quality menus reflecting seasonal trends and wine pairings.
• Oversee all food prep, production, and presentation; standardize recipes to protect quality and cost.
• Manage kitchen productivity, staffing, workflow, and departmental budgets; cost control.
• Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff; build a positive, collaborative culture.
• Handle guest concerns with professionalism and represent the culinary program at events.
• Ensure health, safety, licensing, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Budgeting

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication

Bilingual

Word/Excel/Google Apps

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Apps

Job description

Hotel Weyanoke in Farmville, VA is seeking an accomplished culinary leader to design, develop, and execute creative, high-quality menus that reflect seasonal trends and wine pairings, while overseeing all food prep, production, and presentation.

You’ll manage kitchen productivity, staffing, budgeting, and cost control, mentor the kitchen team, and ensure safety while delivering exceptional guest experiences.