Executive Chef: Wellness-Focused Corporate Dining

Veranda; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VERANDA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our daily culinary operations for a premier corporate dining program. You will translate strategic direction into exceptional execution, directing menu implementation, production, service, quality, and a best-in-class guest experience.

The role requires strong culinary fundamentals, leadership maturity, and business acumen to build high-performing teams while balancing culinary creativity with financial discipline.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience including Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef roles.
• Experience in high-volume culinary operations and large teams.
• Strong financial acumen: labor, food cost management, budgeting.
• Proven ability to develop menus and drive culinary innovation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary execution across all stations and service periods.
• Oversee menu implementation, production, service, quality, and guest experience.
• Manage labor, food cost, inventory, and waste reduction to meet financial targets.
• Mentor and develop culinary team members; foster accountability and teamwork.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume operations

Menu development

Financial acumen

Leadership and coaching

Communication

Education

Formal culinary education / apprenticeship

Job description

VERANDA is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our daily culinary operations for a premier corporate dining program. You will translate strategic direction into exceptional execution, directing menu implementation, production, service, quality, and a best-in-class guest experience.

The role requires strong culinary fundamentals, leadership maturity, and business acumen to build high-performing teams while balancing culinary creativity with financial discipline.