Executive Chef - SCP Hotels - Salishan Coastal Lodge / Relocation + Housing

Soul Community Planet Hotels; Oregon; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing assistance

Job summary

Soul Community Planet Hotels in Salishan Coastal Lodge, Gleneden Beach, Oregon, seeks an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations and deliver exceptional dining for high-volume banquets, private groups, and full-property events.

You will drive menu development with a sustainable focus, oversee daily kitchen activity, manage costs and inventory, mentor BOH staff, and ensure guest satisfaction while embodying SCP’s wellness, inclusion, and eco-friendly values.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial cooking experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory/kitchen leadership role (Executive Chef experience preferred).
• Degree or certification from a Culinary Institute or 2-year trade school (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Valid State Food Handlers Certificate and State Alcohol Serving Certificate.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal food sanitation regulations and OSHA standards.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as driven by event schedules.
• Ability to perform physical job requirements (standing for extended periods, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, and navigating kitchen/property environments).

Responsibilities

• Banquet & Buyout Event Excellence: Lead and oversee the planning, prep, and high-impact execution of large-scale banquets, weddings, corporate groups, and full property buyout events with outstanding quality and presentation.
• Culinary Leadership & Menu Innovation: Develop creative, sustainable menus that align with SCP’s wellness and eco-friendly principles while catering to diverse guest and event preferences.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, kitchen cleanliness, and compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Cost Control & Inventory Management: Monitor food costs, manage inventory, analyze variances, and collaborate with procurement to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
• Team Development & Culture: Recruit, train, and mentor the kitchen staff to foster a positive, growth-minded, and collaborative BOH environment.
• Quality Assurance & Guest Satisfaction: Conduct regular tastings and inspections, address guest feedback promptly, and consistently deliver over-the-moon guest satisfaction.
• Safety & Hygiene Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to food safety standards, hygiene practices, OSHA regulations, and property safety procedures.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Banquet management

Cost control

Team development

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

Executive Chef | SCP Hotels | Salishan Coastal Lodge

Gleneden Beach, Oregon

Full-Time

Relocation & Housing Available

$85k (85,000)

Soul – Wellness for our guests and team members. Community – Kindness, inclusion, and meaningful connections. Planet – Sustainability and thoughtful stewardship

About the Role:

Are you a visionary culinary leader who thrives in the excitement of large-scale banquets, high-profile catered functions, and full property buyout events? We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations, elevate our food & beverage program, and deliver exceptional dining experiences. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee day-to-day culinary operations with a heavy emphasis on executing seamless, high-volume banquets, private group dining, and custom buyout events, all while exemplifying SCP’s Healthy.

• Kind
• Green core values.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Banquet & Buyout Event Excellence: Lead and oversee the planning, prep, and high-impact execution of large-scale banquets, weddings, corporate groups, and full property buyout events with outstanding quality and presentation.
• Culinary Leadership & Menu Innovation: Develop creative, sustainable menus that align with SCP’s wellness and eco-friendly principles while catering to diverse guest and event preferences.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, kitchen cleanliness, and compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Cost Control & Inventory Management: Monitor food costs, manage inventory, analyze variances, and collaborate with procurement to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
• Team Development & Culture: Recruit, train, and mentor the kitchen staff to foster a positive, growth-minded, and collaborative BOH environment.
• Quality Assurance & Guest Satisfaction: Conduct regular tastings and inspections, address guest feedback promptly, and consistently deliver over-the-moon guest satisfaction.
• Safety & Hygiene Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to food safety standards, hygiene practices, OSHA regulations, and property safety procedures.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experienced culinary leader with a proven track record of managing large banquets, catering, and buyout operations in a hotel or resort environment.
• Passionate about sustainable, healthy food options, local sourcing, and current culinary trends.
• Strong knowledge of BOH systems, ordering, inventory control, and budget management.
• A positive, guest-focused leader who approaches challenges with urgency, empathy, and diplomacy.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial cooking experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory/kitchen leadership role (Executive Chef experience preferred).
• Degree or certification from a Culinary Institute or 2-year trade school (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Valid State Food Handlers Certificate and State Alcohol Serving Certificate.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal food sanitation regulations and OSHA standards.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as driven by event schedules.
• Ability to perform physical job requirements (standing for extended periods, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, and navigating kitchen/property environments).

We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our guests.

Our Benefits & Perks Include

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday Pay
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Salary Description

85,000