Executive Chef: Inventive Menus & Team Leadership

Peachtree Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Associate Emergency Foundation

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin in downtown Austin is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, shape the restaurant's identity, and ensure exceptional food quality.

This role oversees menu development, kitchen operations, inventory, staff leadership, and compliance with safety standards, delivering memorable dining experiences.

The ideal candidate has strong culinary leadership, creativity, and a passion for hospitality, with experience in hotel or high-volume settings.

Qualifications

• Previous Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health code requirements.
• Proven experience in menu creation, cost management, and inventory control.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, create, and maintain innovative menus and recipes
• Establish menu pricing and monitor food cost controls
• Purchase food and supplies from approved vendors and manage inventory levels
• Ensure all food is prepared safely, consistently, and to brand standards
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with company standards and local health regulations
• Hire, train, coach, and supervise kitchen team members, including sous chefs and line cooks
• Lead daily culinary operations and ensure efficient kitchen performance
• Stay current with culinary trends, industry innovations, and emerging food concepts
• Introduce new culinary techniques, menu items, and presentation styles
• Support kitchen staff with food preparation, recipe development, and execution
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost management

Team coaching

Job description

Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin in downtown Austin is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, shape the restaurant's identity, and ensure exceptional food quality.

This role oversees menu development, kitchen operations, inventory, staff leadership, and compliance with safety standards, delivering memorable dining experiences.

The ideal candidate has strong culinary leadership, creativity, and a passion for hospitality, with experience in hotel or high-volume settings.