Executive Chef - Orion's Roof

HEI Hotels; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental programs

401(k) Savings Plan

Generous PTO and flex-time initiatives

Job summary

HEI Hotels is seeking an experienced Executive Chef for the Orion's Roof restaurant at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. The successful candidate will lead culinary operations, develop Asian-influenced menus, and oversee kitchen staff while ensuring top-quality food service.

With a salary range of $120,000 to $128,000 annually, HEI offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans. This role provides a dynamic environment focused on both creativity and consistency.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong menu development experience with Asian-influenced cuisine.
• Advanced knowledge of food profession principles required for management.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas ensuring consistency.
• Lead development of innovative, Asian-influenced menus.
• Manage Human Resources in the kitchen for staff retention and training.

Skills

Menu development

Leadership

Effective communication

Knowledge of seafood

Education

Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education desirable

Five+ years of experience as an Executive Chef

Job description

Executive Chef - Orion's Roof page is loaded## Executive Chef - Orion's Roofremote type: On-Sitelocations: Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort - Virginia Beach, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR115837HEI Hotels & Resorts is proud to welcome the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort to our growing portfolio of distinguished properties. This premier oceanfront destination offers sweeping views of the ocean and delivers an elevated experience for both leisure and business travelers. At HEI, we understand that exceptional hotels are built by exceptional people. Our continued success is driven by our associates - the heart of every guest experience. Where people choose to work matters. In return for that choice, we are committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits, industry-leading tools and training, and a culture that empowers growth and excellence. Simply put, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing HEI by investing in them - ensuring they thrive, grow, and elevate every property we serve.We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.**Overview**Orion's Roof seeks a highly accomplished Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation of a fast-paced, high-profile Virginia Beach restaurant known for volume, visibility, modern presentation, Asian influence, premium seafood, and a meaningful sushi program. This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef who can combine creativity with disciplined execution, rigorous systems, strong financial command, and a relentless commitment to consistency. The successful candidate will bring the energy and stamina to lead service in real time, mentor a large culinary team, protect product integrity, and ensure every dish reflects the restaurant's market-leading position.###**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Direct the day-to-day operations of all areas of the kitchen with a focus on consistency, presentation, flavor, speed and guest experience.* Lead development of innovative, Asian-influenced menus that are modern, profitable, and compelling to the local and visitor market.* Manage Human Resources in the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe environment. Interview, hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, and discipline and terminate as appropriate.* Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective manner.* Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.* Develop, implement and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.* Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc...) within corporate guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.* Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.**Qualifications and Skills*** Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education is desirable.* Five+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in a high volume, market leading restaurant environment.* Strong menu development and menu engineering experience with Asian-influenced cuisine, seafood-driven concepts, or globally inspired modern restaurants.* Sushi is a significant business driver for Orion's Roof and represents approximately 20% of total revenue. The Executive Chef does not need to be a career sushi chef, but must have enough sushi understanding, premium seafood judgment, and operational discipline to lead and protect this critical revenue stream.* Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.* Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.* Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.* Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.* Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.**Compensation**Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $128,000.00 Annually########**Benefits**HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.###HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.###Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our "love" to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We're always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality. With a variety of world-class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we're able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future. Find the career that aligns with your goals by beginning your online search today.