Executive Chef - Lead Culinary Innovation in Resorts

Travel + Leisure Global Support Services (Philippines) Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Life and accident coverage

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Travel + Leisure Co. is seeking an Executive Chef to provide strategic leadership and daily oversight of the back-of-house culinary team. You will drive culinary innovation, manage financial performance, and ensure exceptional food quality, safety, and service across all outlets.

Responsibilities include menu development, cost control, vendor relations, staff training, and enforcing health standards. You will mentor culinary staff, plan special events, and maintain compliance with Clark County

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years Food and Beverage and cash handling experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Clark County Health Card and related safety certifications (First Aid, Alcohol Awareness).

Responsibilities

• Lead menu creation and development for all outlets with the Director of F&B.
• Oversee all culinary operations and ensure standards of execution and quality.
• Develop, document, and implement recipes and specs; train staff to standard.
• Maintain understanding of ingredients, products, and suppliers for quality and availability.
• Champion kitchen safety and sanitation; train staff on changes to standards.
• Plan, execute, and design culinary elements for events, banquets, and activations.
• Build vendor relationships; negotiate pricing and sourcing for cost savings.
• Establish pars, prep standards, and production schedules.
• Enforce proper cooling, labeling, and storage practices; ensure food safety compliance.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and receiving standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to culinary staff; promote growth and teamwork.
• Monitor labor and food costs; meet or exceed budgets.
• Adhere to Clark County Health & Safety Guidelines and maintain Grade A rating.
• Lead monthly inventories with accuracy and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Staff training

First Aid

Alcohol awareness

Food safety

Cash handling

Supervisory experience

Job description

Travel + Leisure Co. is seeking an Executive Chef to provide strategic leadership and daily oversight of the back-of-house culinary team. You will drive culinary innovation, manage financial performance, and ensure exceptional food quality, safety, and service across all outlets.

Responsibilities include menu development, cost control, vendor relations, staff training, and enforcing health standards. You will mentor culinary staff, plan special events, and maintain compliance with Clark County