Executive Chef - JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown

Stonebridge Companies; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401(k) matching

Wellness support

Life and disability coverage

Travel and lodging perks

Job summary

Stonebridge Companies is seeking an Executive Chef for the JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown in Atlanta, GA. The role leads the culinary team, oversees purchasing and menu development, and ensures high-quality dining while managing food costs and health and safety compliance.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Culinary Arts or equivalent, with a minimum of five years in a senior culinary role. Flexible to lead hospitality operations and drive profitability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role.
• Expertise in food preparation, presentation, and menu development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation, menu planning, and staff supervision.
• Ensure food quality meets culinary standards and exceeds guest expectations.
• Control food costs by managing inventory, purchasing, and minimizing waste.
• Train, mentor, and provide feedback to kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality.
• Ensure kitchen compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with departments to plan and execute events and banquets.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Health & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

City, State: Atlanta, Georgia
Title: Executive Chef
Location: JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown, Atlanta, GA
FLSA: Exempt
Status: Full-time
Reports to: Director of Food & Beverage
Supervises: Culinary Team Members
Pay Range: $80,000 - $108,000 Annually

Job Summary

The Executive Chef oversees all food purchasing and preparation for the hotel's food service outlets and events. This role ensures that culinary standards are maintained, supervises kitchen staff, and collaborates with other departments to provide high-quality dining experiences while managing food costs and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu planning, and staff supervision.
• Ensure food quality meets culinary standards and exceeds guest expectations.
• Control food costs by managing inventory, purchasing, and minimizing waste.
• Train, mentor, and provide feedback to kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality.
• Ensure kitchen compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with departments to plan and execute special events, banquets, and other food service needs.
• Develop and update menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current trends.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and workstations for cleanliness and efficiency.
• Maintain relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality ingredient sourcing.
• Monitor kitchen performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to meet financial and operational goals.
• Ensure all kitchen operations align with the hotel's brand standards and guest satisfaction goals.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or a related field; or equivalent experience in culinary management.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role.
Expertise in food preparation, presentation, and menu development.
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Proven ability to manage food costs, control budgets, and optimize profitability.
Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage kitchen staff effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks and maintaining attention to detail.
Work Environment: Primarily an indoor environment, working in a kitchen and office setting. Frequent exposure to kitchen equipment, heat, and cleaning chemicals. Requires standing and walking for extended periods during food preparation and service. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet business demands.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members. Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.

Benefits

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

Legal Notice

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Company Values and Culture

We are visionaries in the hospitality industry, fueled by innovation and precision, and guided by our core values, which are Courage, Vigilance, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity, and Empowerment. As a privately owned hotel management company, we are committed to providing experiences and opportunities for our guests to create lifelong memories through travel. Managing a portfolio of over 160 hotels across the United States, we offer extensive growth opportunities for our partners and investors, and exceptional hospitality career opportunities for our team members.