Executive Chef | Hotel & Convention Center

PCH Hotels And Resorts, Inc.; Montgomery, Northern (AL, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Bonus potential

Medical, dental, vision, FSA & HSA

Job summary

Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center in Montgomery, AL seeks a bold Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across the hotel and convention center, delivering memorable dining experiences at scale from restaurant service to large-scale events.

This high-visibility role blends culinary creativity with operational excellence, requiring a strategic leader who can inspire teams, manage budgets, and uphold quality standards across multiple outlets.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of progressive Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in high-volume hotel or resort environments.
• Proven success managing large-scale banquet and catering operations alongside a full-service restaurant.
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership, cost controls, inventory management, and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across hotel and convention center, including signature restaurant and large events.
• Mentor and develop kitchen teams, set culinary standards, and ensure quality and consistency.
• Oversee budgeting, cost controls, inventory, and supplier relationships to maximize profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Food safety & health codes

Menu planning & culinary vision

Education

ServSafe Manager certification

Job description

Job Category: Culinary

Requisition Number: EXECU019035

• Posted : August 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Montgomery
Montgomery, AL 36104, USA

Description

Executive Chef

Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center; Montgomery, AL

The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center is seeking a bold and strategic Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations across our hotel and convention center. This is a high-visibility leadership role for a chef who thrives in complex environments, inspires strong kitchen teams, and delivers memorable dining experiences at scale, from signature restaurant offerings to large-scale banquets and events.

This role blends culinary creativity with operational excellence. If you’re motivated by leading and mentoring a talented culinary team while setting the standard for quality and consistency, this is an opportunity to make your mark!

What You Will Bring to the Table:

• 3–5+ years of progressive Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in high-volume, complex hotel or resort environments
• Proven success managing large-scale banquet and catering operations alongside a full-service restaurant
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership, cost controls, inventory management, and procurement
• Deep understanding of hotel financials, general ledger processes, and cost-of-goods optimization
• ServSafe Manager certification (or ANSI-accredited equivalent) and working knowledge of standard Health Department regulations and FDA Food Code standards
• A leader who develops people, builds trust, and sets a clear culinary vision

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a premier Marriott International branded property within the award-winning PCH Hotels & Resorts portfolio boasting over 340 rooms and nearly 300k sq ft of total event space
• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA & HSA options, and 401(k) with company match
• Generous hotel, food & beverage, golf, and retail discounts across PCH properties and the global Marriott network
• A collaborative, growth-oriented culture that values leadership development and long-term career progression

If you’re passionate about creating exceptional culinary experiences, leading high-performing teams, and making an impact at a flagship destination, we’d love to talk with you! Apply today!

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