Executive Chef: Lead Innovative Menus & Kitchen Excellence

HHM Hotels; Woodbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HHM Hotels seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, upholding guest service standards, food quality and sustainability across properties.

You will interview, hire, train, schedule and coach culinary teams, driving menu concepts, controlling costs and ensuring safe, compliant kitchen practices.

This role requires flexibility to work holidays and weekends, with a strong focus on delivering memorable dining experiences aligned with HHM's brand values.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Culinary Arts or related culinary education.
• 1–2 years of experience as an Executive Chef.
• Expertise in food product, presentation, quality and preparation; menu concept and design.
• Ability to manage a kitchen team and uphold brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates to perform per HHM standards.
• Establish priorities and assign tasks to ensure timely production.
• Review daily menus, banquet events, and inventory to optimize usage.
• Maintain safety, sanitation and MSDS/OSHA compliance in all kitchen areas.
• Develop new menu items and provide recipe guidance and plating standards.

Skills

Staff management

Training & development

Scheduling

Coaching

Education

Culinary Arts degree/certificate

Job description

HHM Hotels seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, upholding guest service standards, food quality and sustainability across properties.

You will interview, hire, train, schedule and coach culinary teams, driving menu concepts, controlling costs and ensuring safe, compliant kitchen practices.

This role requires flexibility to work holidays and weekends, with a strong focus on delivering memorable dining experiences aligned with HHM's brand values.