Executive Chef — Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader

The Watergate Hotel; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Watergate Hotel in Washington, DC seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure quality and cost controls.

This full-time role requires strong leadership, English communications, and the ability to manage culinary teams, menus, and food costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring staff, planning schedules, coordinating with catering, and maintaining standards across all kitchen areas.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience in menu development and kitchen cost management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and ensure quality preparation of menu items.
• Manage staffing, hiring, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Develop menus, test recipes, and coordinate with Catering for special events.
• Monitor food costs, inventory, and compliance with safety standards.
• Ensure staff adherence to recipes, yields, and department policies.

Skills

English communication

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Staff training

Job description

The Watergate Hotel in Washington, DC seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure quality and cost controls.

This full-time role requires strong leadership, English communications, and the ability to manage culinary teams, menus, and food costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring staff, planning schedules, coordinating with catering, and maintaining standards across all kitchen areas.