Executive Chef: Lead Culinary & Banquet Excellence

Hotel Equities; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Hotel Equities is seeking an Executive Chef in Colorado Springs to lead all culinary operations across hotel outlets, including restaurant, banquet, and catering. This hands-on leadership role balances menu development, cost control, staff coaching, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

The successful candidate will manage food production, labor, inventory, and vendor relations while maintaining exceptional quality and safety standards across all kitchen areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Executive Chef experience, including planning and executing large-scale events.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and guest-service focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations for restaurant, banquet, catering, and hotel food production.
• Coach and develop culinary staff; manage food and labor costs.
• Plan menus, inventory, and procurement to maintain quality and cost control.
• Oversee sanitation, safety, and compliance with standards across kitchen areas.
• Collaborate with hotel departments and events to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Education

Formal culinary education

Job description

Hotel Equities is seeking an Executive Chef in Colorado Springs to lead all culinary operations across hotel outlets, including restaurant, banquet, and catering. This hands-on leadership role balances menu development, cost control, staff coaching, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

The successful candidate will manage food production, labor, inventory, and vendor relations while maintaining exceptional quality and safety standards across all kitchen areas.