Executive Chef - Lead World-Class Ski Resort Kitchen

Hyatt Taleo; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

On-site parking

Sick pay

Hotel room discounts

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement savings plan

PTO

Ski pass bonus

Job summary

Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan menus, and oversee provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. You will train culinary staff and ensure Hyatt service standards are met while working under pressure in a high-volume resort environment.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to maintain top culinary quality. Salary starts from $106,800 USD, with a higher budgeted base around $107,000, and benefits listed below.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive hotel culinary experience
• Senior role in culinary environment with 4+ years
• Proven leadership skills and ability to train staff
• English written and verbal communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Menu planning, provisioning, food prep, and sanitation
• Direct training of culinary staff and kitchen workers
• Maintain high culinary standards under pressure
• Ensure quality, portion control, and presentation consistency
• Coach staff to Hyatt service standards

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

High energy

Customer service

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan menus, and oversee provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. You will train culinary staff and ensure Hyatt service standards are met while working under pressure in a high-volume resort environment.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to maintain top culinary quality. Salary starts from $106,800 USD, with a higher budgeted base around $107,000, and benefits listed below.