Executive Chef: Lead Menu Innovation & Kitchen Excellence

Donohoe Hospitality Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Hotel room discounts

Daily pay access

Job summary

Donohoe Hospitality Services is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Manager to oversee daily hotel kitchen operations and ensure exceptional culinary experiences. You will update menus with seasonal ingredients, calculate costs to maximize gross profit, train staff on portions, safety, and presentation, and lead regular staff meetings.

The role also involves HACCP compliance, inventory control, banquet production planning, and collaboration with catering teams to deliver high‑quality events.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques.
• Certified food service handler.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure quality and consistency.
• Update menus with seasonal ingredients and monitor costs.
• Train staff on portions, presentation, safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Lead regular staff meetings and coordinate with catering for events.
• Manage inventory, stock quality, and storage under proper conditions.
• Plan production techniques for large banquets and budgeted costs.
• Review invoices and monitor payroll and non-food costs.

Skills

Extensive food handling

Certified food service handler

Education

2-4 year culinary degree or equivalent

Certified food sanitation manager (or willing to

Job description

Donohoe Hospitality Services is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Manager to oversee daily hotel kitchen operations and ensure exceptional culinary experiences. You will update menus with seasonal ingredients, calculate costs to maximize gross profit, train staff on portions, safety, and presentation, and lead regular staff meetings.

The role also involves HACCP compliance, inventory control, banquet production planning, and collaboration with catering teams to deliver high‑quality events.