Executive Chef - Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Schulte Hospitality Group; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking an Executive Chef for their Graduate Iowa City hotel. This role involves managing all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and leading a passionate team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in kitchen management and strong leadership skills, ensuring excellent guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Daily Pay

Free telemedicine and mental health care

Multiple health insurance and life insurance options

401k plan + company match

Paid time off for eligible team members

Holiday pay/paid holidays

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted hotel rooms

Savings Marketplace discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in kitchen management or as a Chef.
• Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Creative menu planning to adjust to guest needs.
• Oversees food preparation and checks food quality.

Skills

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Strong leadership skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Post-high school education preferred

Job description

Description

Collegiate Hotel Group is seeking an Executive Chef to join Graduate Iowa City and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and adjacent areas

• Creative menu planning to adjust to guest needs

• Oversees food preparation

• Checks quality of food deliveries

• Ensures that kitchen/restaurant areas are clean

• Orders all food and cleaning supplies

• Maintains proper supply levels

• Able to maintain costs within budget levels

• Keep the kitchen properly staffed and manage schedules

• Hires, coaches and disciplines direct reports

• Interacts positively and professionally with guests to resolve issues

• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED, post-high school education preferred

• Minimum of 3 years in kitchen management or as a Chef

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic math skills

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Strong leadership skills

• Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members

• Excellent time management skills

BENEFITS/ PERKS

• Work today, get paid today, with Daily Pay!

• Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all team members starting day one!

• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options

• 401k plan + company match

• Paid time off for eligible team members

• Holiday pay/ paid holidays

• Pet insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Discounted hotel rooms

• Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

*Collegiate Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer .