Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team Growth

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability options

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates at Concord‑owned

Training & development opportunities

Career advancement within our growing,

Job summary

Concord Hospitality Enterprises is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team across our hotel operations, delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests and associates alike.

This hands-on, visionary leader will focus on menu innovation, cost and labor controls, staff development, and strict adherence to health and safety standards to uphold Concord’s culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of culinary leadership experience in hospitality or high-volume environments.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• Proven ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced setting with a focus on quality and cost control.
• Strong understanding of food and labor cost management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to foster a team-oriented environment focused on associate growth and guest satisfaction.
• Experience with menu development, kitchen safety, vendor management, and operational compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations including main kitchen, banquet events, and culinary team performance.
• Create and execute innovative menus based on market trends and guest preferences.
• Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality, flavorful food.
• Develop and maintain food and labor cost controls; manage department operating budgets.
• Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate culinary staff, ensuring development and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and ensure culinary team is properly trained on equipment and recipes.
• Collaborate with F&B and hotel leadership to ensure alignment with guest expectations and operational goals.
• Partner with vendors to secure top-quality products at competitive pricing.
• Maintain all health and safety standards, including compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead guest engagement initiatives, responding to feedback and ensuring an outstanding dining experience.
• Contribute to strategic planning for long-term culinary excellence and profitability.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Cost control

Menu development

Vendor management

Food safety

Education

2-year degree in Culinary Arts / Hospitality Management

Job description

Concord Hospitality Enterprises is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team across our hotel operations, delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests and associates alike.

This hands-on, visionary leader will focus on menu innovation, cost and labor controls, staff development, and strict adherence to health and safety standards to uphold Concord’s culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.