Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team Growth

joellascareer; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Telemedicine

Health Insurance

401k Plan + Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts

Job summary

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead and elevate the culinary program across our hotel kitchens. This role demands strategic kitchen leadership, menu development, and strong cost control to maximize profitability while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary leadership background, a focus on safety and quality, and the ability to mentor a diverse team in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a culinary leadership role.
• Food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and culinary departments on a daily basis.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff including hiring, training, coaching and performance reviews.
• Plan, procure, produce, and present all hotel food in a safe, cost-effective manner.
• Monitor sanitation and maintain compliance with safety standards across the kitchen.
• Develop and manage the department budget and control labor and food costs.
• Design and implement menus within corporate guidelines to improve revenues and margins.
• Promote safety programs and minimize liabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business objectives.

Skills

multi-tasking

team player

guest service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Food safety certification

Job description

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead and elevate the culinary program across our hotel kitchens. This role demands strategic kitchen leadership, menu development, and strong cost control to maximize profitability while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary leadership background, a focus on safety and quality, and the ability to mentor a diverse team in a fast-paced hospitality environment.