Executive Chef — Lead Culinary Innovation & Brand Excellence

RENAISSANCE - ST. AUGUSTINE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN; Saint Augustine (FL); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Renaissance - ST. AUGUSTINE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the hotel restaurant's daily culinary operations. You will oversee all kitchen functions, ensuring food quality and innovation align with brand standards and financial goals.

Collaborate with hotel teams to deliver outstanding guest and staff dining experiences. You will provide strategic leadership, drive culinary excellence, manage food/labor costs, and mentor the culinary team to maintain consistent,

Formación

• 3–5 years in culinary kitchen management or supervisory experience with at least 2 full‑time employees.
• Prior restaurant kitchen/culinary technical ability required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or related field preferred.
• ServSafe Certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute hotel/restaurant culinary vision and menu strategies across outlets.
• Lead menu design, recipe development, and presentation standards in line with brand identity.
• Ensure exceptional quality of ingredients, preparation, and plating.
• Control labor and operating expenses through planning, budgeting and purchasing decisions.
• Develop creative menus for restaurant and catering operations; create recipes, photos and plating guides.
• Coordinate with F&B and Marketing for promotions, events, and seasonal offerings.

Conocimientos

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Staff development

HACCP/Serve Safe

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts certification/degree

ServSafe Certification

Descripción del empleo

Renaissance - ST. AUGUSTINE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the hotel restaurant's daily culinary operations. You will oversee all kitchen functions, ensuring food quality and innovation align with brand standards and financial goals.

Collaborate with hotel teams to deliver outstanding guest and staff dining experiences. You will provide strategic leadership, drive culinary excellence, manage food/labor costs, and mentor the culinary team to maintain consistent,