Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Mastery & Team Innovation

Aimbridge Hospitality; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Hilton Baton Rouge is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across the Café, Room Service, Banquets, and outlets, shaping menus and dining experiences that delight guests. You will mentor and supervise a culinary team, control food costs, maintain the highest sanitation standards, and create memorable tasting experiences while working in a fast-paced hotel environment.

This role rewards creativity, leadership, and a passion for hospitality, with opportunities to influence service

Qualifications

• Two-year degree with 3+ years related experience or four-year degree with 1+ year related experience preferred.
• Five years progressive hotel or related field experience, including supervisory experience.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations with composure and objectivity.
• Must meet certification requirements (Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, First Aid).

Responsibilities

• Flavor Maestro: supervise and assist in food preparation across outlets with high quality and presentation.
• Kitchen Captain: lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen staff for efficient, high-quality prep and service.
• Culinary Number Cruncher: manage food costs, budgets, and optimize cost/production ratios.
• Sanitation Superstar: maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety per health regs.
• Quick-Fix Guru: anticipate and address issues to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Communication Connoisseur: clearly convey information and resolve concerns with staff and guests.

Skills

Flavor Maestro

Kitchen Captain

Culinary Number Cruncher

Sanitation Superstar

Quick-Fix Guru

Communication Connoisseur

Education

Two-year degree with 3+ years experience, or four-year degree with 1+ year experience

Job description

Hilton Baton Rouge is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across the Café, Room Service, Banquets, and outlets, shaping menus and dining experiences that delight guests. You will mentor and supervise a culinary team, control food costs, maintain the highest sanitation standards, and create memorable tasting experiences while working in a fast-paced hotel environment.

This role rewards creativity, leadership, and a passion for hospitality, with opportunities to influence service