Executive Chef - Lead Culinary at Expanding Resort

BENCHMARK; Captiva (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with match

Commuter benefits

Shift meal

Job summary

South Seas on Captiva Island is part of Pyramid Global Hospitality. The Executive Chef will lead culinary operations across resort restaurants, banquets, and employee dining, ensuring top-quality food, consistency, and safety.

You will recruit, train, and coach a diverse team while managing budgets and labor costs in a high-volume, multi-venue environment. The role involves opening five new F&B venues, directing menu development, and partnering with resort leadership to deliver exceptional guest

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.
• Minimum of five years of progressive culinary leadership in hotels or resorts.
• Experience overseeing multiple outlets and banquet operations in high-volume settings.
• Valid driver's license and background check.
• Certifications: ServSafe Food Protection Manager; TIPS Alcohol Awareness; Food Handler.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent budgeting, labor, and food cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across resort restaurants, banquets, and employee dining.
• Ensure high food quality, presentation, and adherence to recipes and safety.
• Develop staffing schedules and manage culinary labor and performance.
• Oversee budgeting, food costs, purchasing, and inventory controls.
• Review BEOs and supervise culinary execution for events and promotions.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchens and proper receiving and storage procedures.
• Collaborate with F&B leadership and resort teams to deliver guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Problem solving

Adaptability

Safety & sanitation

Education

Bachelor's in Culinary Arts

Hospitality management degree

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

South Seas on Captiva Island is part of Pyramid Global Hospitality. The Executive Chef will lead culinary operations across resort restaurants, banquets, and employee dining, ensuring top-quality food, consistency, and safety.

You will recruit, train, and coach a diverse team while managing budgets and labor costs in a high-volume, multi-venue environment. The role involves opening five new F&B venues, directing menu development, and partnering with resort leadership to deliver exceptional guest