Executive Chef — Lead Luxury Kitchen & Events

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, and

401(k) with match

Disability & life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

HSA available

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and drive excellence across all outlets, banquets, catering, and in-room dining. You will own the guest experience and financial performance with a hands-on, strategic leadership style.

You’ll recruit and develop a culinary team, manage food costs, and ensure compliance while delivering memorable culinary experiences that reinforce the Hyatt brand.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in professional kitchens.
• Proven leadership at Exec Sous or Executive Chef level.
• Hotel or high-end hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong banquet and multi-outlet experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, hire, and develop a culinary team at scale.
• Own daily kitchen operations: prep, execution, and presentation.
• Build and evolve menus that are seasonally relevant and guest-driven.
• Partner with Ops, F&B, and Sales to deliver standout events.

Skills

Culinary fundamentals

Business acumen

Communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Creativity vs. operations

Education

High school diploma or GED + 6 years leadership

2-year Culinary Arts / Hospitality degree + 4 years

Tools

MICROS POS

Oracle Hospitality systems

BirchStreet

Excel/Office

Payroll platforms (Paychex)

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen and drive excellence across all outlets, banquets, catering, and in-room dining. You will own the guest experience and financial performance with a hands-on, strategic leadership style.

You’ll recruit and develop a culinary team, manage food costs, and ensure compliance while delivering memorable culinary experiences that reinforce the Hyatt brand.