Luxury Resort Executive Chef and Culinary Innovator

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; New Mexico; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking an Executive Chef to provide strategic leadership over culinary operations for a luxury resort dining program, including multiple outlets and events.

You will ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction while managing budgets and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has extensive senior culinary leadership experience, strong global culinary knowledge, and a proven track record in menu development and financial

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• At least 5 years as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in luxury resort or Forbes Four-Star/AAA Four Diamond property.
• Strong knowledge of international cuisines, wine pairings, and luxury dining trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across multiple outlets, banquets, room service and specialty events.
• Develop innovative menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and global trends.
• Oversee standardization of recipes, portions, and QA procedures; manage food cost and budgets.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop culinary staff; foster a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Monitor compliance with health, sanitation, and safety regulations; ensure luxury service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food costing

Financial management

Guest relations

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking an Executive Chef to provide strategic leadership over culinary operations for a luxury resort dining program, including multiple outlets and events.

You will ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction while managing budgets and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has extensive senior culinary leadership experience, strong global culinary knowledge, and a proven track record in menu development and financial