Executive Chef | Lead Kitchen Innovation & Daily Pay

StepStone Hospitality; Portland (ME); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k) options with company match

Hotel discounts

Descripción de la vacante

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, part of StepStone Hospitality, seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations. This is a pivotal role for a creative, results-driven culinary professional in a hotel setting.

You will develop menus, supervise staff, and drive food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction across high-volume service. A culinary degree or equivalent training is preferred, with hotel experience highly valued.

Formación

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a high-volume culinary environment.
• Exceptional culinary skills and a strong understanding of various cuisines and cooking techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement innovative menus that align with the brand’s vision and customer preferences.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and safety standards are maintained.
• Lead, train, and motivate culinary staff to deliver exceptional food quality and service.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to optimize profitability.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with management on budgeting, staffing, and strategic planning.
• Monitor food presentation and quality to uphold the establishment’s reputation.
• Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate new techniques and ingredients as appropriate.

Conocimientos

Executive leadership

Culinary expertise

Kitchen management

Food safety

Staff training

Educación

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Descripción del empleo

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, part of StepStone Hospitality, seeks an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations. This is a pivotal role for a creative, results-driven culinary professional in a hotel setting.

You will develop menus, supervise staff, and drive food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction across high-volume service. A culinary degree or equivalent training is preferred, with hotel experience highly valued.