Executive Chef & Culinary Innovator

Montage International; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DTO (Discretionary Time Off)

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Free meals

Hotel discounts

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Montage International seeks a Restaurant Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across luxury properties in the United States. You will manage menus, cost controls, staffing, and food quality to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, budget awareness, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. Montage offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within its luxury portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of culinary supervisory/management experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to embrace new technology and operating systems.
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and order all items for all menus; create order sheets and inventory systems to ensure proper stock levels.
• Manage inventory, control, and loss reduction of china and equipment in coordination with Executive Steward.
• Assist in maintaining food and labor costs through recipe costing and scheduling standards.
• Execute all production and plating in a timely, efficient manner to meet guest expectations.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising sous chefs and cooks.
• Implement cost-control measures and revenue-enhancement strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining service quality.
• Create and maintain staffing schedules with appropriate coverage.
• Oversee menu development with Executive Chef, culinary innovation, and presentation aligned with guest preferences.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies.
• Deliver on guest expectations and create WOW moments.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Menu development

Budgeting

Cost control

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Montage International seeks a Restaurant Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across luxury properties in the United States. You will manage menus, cost controls, staffing, and food quality to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, budget awareness, and the ability to work weekends and holidays. Montage offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within its luxury portfolio.