Executive Chef - Luxury Resort, Farm-to-Table Housing

The Ranch at Rock Creek; Philipsburg (MT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Complimentary on-site housing

Job summary

The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for a Forbes Five Star luxury guest ranch. You will shape menus, maintain peak food quality, manage costs, and develop a 30+ culinary team across multiple outlets and events.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will drive seasonal menu strategy, guest experiences, and sustainability initiatives while partnering with F&B leadership to deliver exceptional dining nationwide.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in luxury settings.
• Strong inventory, food cost analysis, and labor control.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and refine menus reflecting luxury standards and seasonal availability.
• Ensure consistent food quality across all dining outlets and events.
• Oversee kitchen operations, health, safety, and sanitation compliance.
• Lead staff meal program and inspire a 30+ member culinary team at peak season.
• Partner with Events and F&B leadership to align kitchen practices with goals.
• Monitor KPIs, including food cost, labor efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Menu development

Culinary operations

Cost control

Team leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana seeks an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for a Forbes Five Star luxury guest ranch. You will shape menus, maintain peak food quality, manage costs, and develop a 30+ culinary team across multiple outlets and events.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will drive seasonal menu strategy, guest experiences, and sustainability initiatives while partnering with F&B leadership to deliver exceptional dining nationwide.