Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Guest Experience

Sonesta International Hotels; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 2%

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in New Orleans is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision of the property, overseeing restaurant, banquet, catering, and room service while driving creativity, cost control, and guest satisfaction.

You will mentor a high-performing kitchen team, partner with F&B and hotel leadership, ensure HACCP compliance, and deliver memorable dining experiences that reflect Sonesta’s People People culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in hotels or high-volume hospitality.
• Executive Chef or senior kitchen leadership experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or formal training preferred.
• Strong knowledge of banquet operations, inventory, budgeting and menu development.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage costs, and drive guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations across hotel restaurants, banquets, catering, room service, and events.
• Develop innovative menus and concepts aligned with brand standards and guest needs.
• Oversee food prep, quality, sanitation, and kitchen operations.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary staff while fostering a positive culture.
• Manage food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and menus to optimize profitability.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and health department standards.
• Collaborate with F&B, Banquets, Sales, and hotel leadership to deliver events.
• Monitor trends, guest feedback, and performance to improve offerings.
• Maintain consistency in quality, portioning, and service across all kitchens.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety HACCP

Team development

Operations management

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels in New Orleans is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision of the property, overseeing restaurant, banquet, catering, and room service while driving creativity, cost control, and guest satisfaction.

You will mentor a high-performing kitchen team, partner with F&B and hotel leadership, ensure HACCP compliance, and deliver memorable dining experiences that reflect Sonesta’s People People culture.