Executive Chef | Culinary Leader & Kitchen Innovator

Schulte Hospitality Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Schulte Hospitality Group in Tampa, FL is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations with a passion for service, quality, and hospitality. The role requires strategic planning, talent development, and cost-conscious menu execution in a fast-paced hotel environment.

The Executive Chef will manage culinary teams, ensure food safety and sanitation, and collaborate with hotel leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences across multiple brands within the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in culinary arts or related field.
• Minimum of three years in a culinary leadership role.
• Food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee kitchen operations and culinary departments.
• Lead kitchen staff, hire, train, and coach employees.
• Procure, produce, and present all hotel food safely and cost-effectively.
• Monitor sanitation and compliance with standards.
• Develop and manage department budget and control costs.
• Develop and implement menus within corporate guidelines.
• Support accident prevention programs and safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Multi-tasking

Team player

Cost control

Food safety

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Schulte Hospitality Group in Tampa, FL is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations with a passion for service, quality, and hospitality. The role requires strategic planning, talent development, and cost-conscious menu execution in a fast-paced hotel environment.

The Executive Chef will manage culinary teams, ensure food safety and sanitation, and collaborate with hotel leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences across multiple brands within the portfolio.