Luxury Hotel Executive Chef | Lead Creative Culinary Team

Four Seasons; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee culture

Learning & development

Diversity & inclusion events

Travel discounts

Medical, dental, vision & retirement

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Miami is seeking an inspiring and accomplished Executive Chef who leads culinary operations in a luxury hotel environment. You will oversee menu development, quality, and guest experiences with a hands-on leadership approach.

You will mentor a team, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with safety standards while driving creativity and consistency across all outlets.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary leadership experience in a luxury hotel or upscale dining environment.
• A minimum of two years of management experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• At least three years of culinary experience in an upscale or fine-dining restaurant.
• A culinary degree is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop diverse teams.
• Sound financial acumen and experience managing labor, food costs, budgets, and inventory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A creative mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and a genuine passion for culinary excellence.
• The ability to remain composed, adaptable, and solutions-oriented in a demanding environment.
• A collaborative approach to leadership and a commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and service.
• Direct menu planning and development, bringing creativity and innovation to the hotel’s culinary offerings.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor costs, purchasing, and inventory while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, performance management, and development within a unionized environment.
• Ensure compliance with Four Seasons standards and all applicable food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Establish and maintain quality control standards, including food preparation, portion consistency, and purchasing specifications.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership and other departments to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest experiences.
• Contribute to strategic planning and initiatives that enhance culinary performance and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen management

Budgeting

Team development

Food cost control

Communication

Creativity

Attention to detail

Staff scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Four Seasons Hotel Miami is seeking an inspiring and accomplished Executive Chef who leads culinary operations in a luxury hotel environment. You will oversee menu development, quality, and guest experiences with a hands-on leadership approach.

You will mentor a team, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with safety standards while driving creativity and consistency across all outlets.