Executive Chef: Fine-Dining Leadership & Menu Innovation

Q Casino + Resort; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Key Hotel is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all aspects of culinary operations for the hotel restaurant. You will lead menu creation, recipe development, food preparation, kitchen leadership, and staff development, while maintaining inventory controls and sanitation standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Reporting to the F&B Director, you will foster a collaborative kitchen environment, ensure alignment with organizational goals, and drive seasonal menus that reflect

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a high-end steakhouse or fine-dining establishment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations for the restaurant.
• Lead and train Sous Chefs, Cooks and Pastry Cuffs; schedule staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Staff training

Cost controls

Sanitation

Guest service

ServSafe certification

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

The Key Hotel is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all aspects of culinary operations for the hotel restaurant. You will lead menu creation, recipe development, food preparation, kitchen leadership, and staff development, while maintaining inventory controls and sanitation standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Reporting to the F&B Director, you will foster a collaborative kitchen environment, ensure alignment with organizational goals, and drive seasonal menus that reflect