Executive Chef & Culinary Leader

Sage Restaurant Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Unlimited PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Health savings account

Company paid life insurance

Pet Insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid FMLA leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hotel Teatro, located in Denver’s Theater District inside the historic Denver Tramway building, seeks an Executive Chef & B to shape menus at The Nickel with seasonal, local ingredients and culinary vision. This leadership role will influence menu direction, kitchen culture, and guest experiences.

The Executive Chef & B will recruit, train, and mentor staff while partnering with the Director of Food and Beverage on business strategy.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of related culinary leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge of food & beverage management.
• Strong communication and budget literacy.
• Excellent physical stamina and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee long and short term kitchen planning and day-to-day operations.
• Recommend menus and procedural changes.
• Manage budget, food and labor costs within constraints.
• Lead HR: recruit, train, coach, and evaluate staff.
• Develop and implement menus and promotions.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and SOP compliance.
• Monitor procurement, production, and presentation of all food.

Skills

Kitchen management

Menu development

Budgeting

Labor cost control

Recruitment

Staff training

Food safety

Communication skills

Education

Post high school education

Job description

Hotel Teatro, located in Denver’s Theater District inside the historic Denver Tramway building, seeks an Executive Chef & B to shape menus at The Nickel with seasonal, local ingredients and culinary vision. This leadership role will influence menu direction, kitchen culture, and guest experiences.

The Executive Chef & B will recruit, train, and mentor staff while partnering with the Director of Food and Beverage on business strategy.