Executive Chef: Innovation-Driven Kitchen Leader

The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, uphold guest service, quality and sustainability standards, and drive menu development.

You will interview, train, and manage culinary staff, oversee production and inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation guidelines. Strong leadership and culinary expertise are essential for delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Culinary Arts.
• Expertise in food product, presentation, quality and preparation.

Responsibilities

• Interview, train, schedule, coach and support kitchen associates.
• Manage production and preparation tasks to meet brand standards.
• Review daily specials, banquet orders and inventory.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage and communication with purchasing.
• Develop new menu items and write recipes.
• Maintain safety, sanitation and MSDS/OSHA compliance.

Skills

Staff coaching

Production planning

Menu development

Food cost control

Quality assurance

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, uphold guest service, quality and sustainability standards, and drive menu development.

You will interview, train, and manage culinary staff, oversee production and inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation guidelines. Strong leadership and culinary expertise are essential for delivering exceptional dining experiences.