Executive Chef: Lead Menus, Teams, and Guest Experience

Great Wolf Lodge; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted vacations for family and朋友

Employee referral incentives

Great Wolf University training

Flexible scheduling

Wellness program

Job summary

Great Wolf Lodge in Kansas City, United States, seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations across venues, develop menus, and manage staff. The role emphasizes cost controls, food quality, and guest satisfaction in a luxury resort setting.

The position requires 5+ years in restaurant kitchens, 1+ year supervisory experience with financials, and flexibility for nights and weekends. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years experience in restaurant kitchen(s).
• 1+ years experience in restaurant supervisory/leadership role responsible for financials, menu development, and personnel related matters.
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and Holidays as needed.
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the preparation and presentation of all foods in all venues of the Lodge.
• Maintain and follow all local Health Department food preparation codes and regulations.
• Ensure all food preparation licenses and training is maintained by all pack members.
• Hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in activities of chefs, cooks, and other pack members involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with merchandising and productivity standards, cost controls and forecast needs.
• Listen actively and communicate clearly while interacting with guests to promote food products and directing staff activities.
• Analyze feedback from guests and pack members, make judgments and take action to implement suggestions for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Staff supervision

Food safety

Guest interaction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary education degree

Job description

Great Wolf Lodge in Kansas City, United States, seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations across venues, develop menus, and manage staff. The role emphasizes cost controls, food quality, and guest satisfaction in a luxury resort setting.

The position requires 5+ years in restaurant kitchens, 1+ year supervisory experience with financials, and flexibility for nights and weekends. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.