Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team Growth

Concord Hospitality Brand; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability options

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Concord Hospitality seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team across hotel dining operations. You will drive menu innovation, maintain high food quality, and manage food and labour costs while mentoring a large kitchen staff.

As a Concord Leader you will develop talent, uphold safety standards, and partner with F&B and hotel leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences and profitable culinary programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of culinary leadership experience in hospitality or high-volume environments.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a 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 development

Cost control

Menu development

Vendor management

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

Two-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field

Job description

Concord Hospitality seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team across hotel dining operations. You will drive menu innovation, maintain high food quality, and manage food and labour costs while mentoring a large kitchen staff.

As a Concord Leader you will develop talent, uphold safety standards, and partner with F&B and hotel leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences and profitable culinary programs.