Executive Chef — Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader

Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Paid holidays and paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations and shape the restaurant's culinary identity in a vibrant downtown hotel. You will own menu development, kitchen operations, inventory, staff leadership, and strict adherence to food safety standards to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

This role requires a passionate culinary leader with creativity, strong operational expertise, and a commitment to guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven executive chef or senior culinary leadership experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health code requirements.
• Proven experience in menu creation, cost management, and inventory control.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, create, and maintain innovative menus and recipes
• Establish menu pricing and monitor food cost controls
• Purchase food and supplies from approved vendors and manage inventory levels
• Ensure all food is prepared safely, consistently, and to brand standards
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with company standards and local health regulations
• Hire, train, coach, and supervise kitchen team members, including sous chefs and line cooks
• Lead daily culinary operations and ensure efficient kitchen performance
• Stay current with culinary trends, industry innovations, and emerging food concepts
• Introduce new culinary techniques, menu items, and presentation styles
• Support kitchen staff with food preparation, recipe development, and execution
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Cost management

Inventory control

Staff training

Food safety

Job description

Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations and shape the restaurant's culinary identity in a vibrant downtown hotel. You will own menu development, kitchen operations, inventory, staff leadership, and strict adherence to food safety standards to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

This role requires a passionate culinary leader with creativity, strong operational expertise, and a commitment to guest satisfaction.