Hotel Executive Chef — Lead Culinary & Kitchen Ops

Hei Hotels Inc.; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atlantis Sports Club membership

Complimentary employee meals

Participation in company events

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts is seeking a kitchen leader to plan, direct and optimize all culinary operations at the Sheraton Parsippany. You will oversee staff, procurement, production and presentation of food in a safe and cost-effective way.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and regulatory knowledge to drive quality and profitability while maintaining guest satisfaction and safety standards. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of post-high school education; culinary education is desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred with knowledge of hotel operations.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control and forecasting.
• Leadership to motivate and develop staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective manner.
• Direct the day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas including outlets, banquets, stewarding and purchasing.
• Manage Human Resources in the kitchen to attract, retain and develop associates and provide a safe environment.
• Develop, implement and manage the department's budget and monitor labor and food costs to meet objectives.
• Develop and implement menus within corporate guidelines to improve revenues and margins.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Budgeting

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education

Culinary education

Job description

HEI Hotels and Resorts is seeking a kitchen leader to plan, direct and optimize all culinary operations at the Sheraton Parsippany. You will oversee staff, procurement, production and presentation of food in a safe and cost-effective way.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and regulatory knowledge to drive quality and profitability while maintaining guest satisfaction and safety standards. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role.