Executive Chef: Menu Vision & Kitchen Leadership

The Crescent Hotels Group; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team, oversee food preparation, and ensure high standards of quality and safety in a fast-paced hotel environment.

You will plan menus, manage food and labor costs, and work with catering and banquet teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Strong leadership, HACCP/sanitation knowledge, and 5+ years of culinary management are expected.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Related Experience: 5+ years.

Responsibilities

• Direct kitchen staff and ensure quality preparation of menu items.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and proper storage of food supplies.
• Develop menus and control food costs and labor costs.
• Coordinate hiring, training, and performance evaluations for kitchen personnel.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and adherence to hotel policies.
• Review banquet event orders and staff assignments to meet service standards.

Skills

English communication

Team leadership

Menu development

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team, oversee food preparation, and ensure high standards of quality and safety in a fast-paced hotel environment.

You will plan menus, manage food and labor costs, and work with catering and banquet teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Strong leadership, HACCP/sanitation knowledge, and 5+ years of culinary management are expected.