Resort Executive Chef — Lead Culinary & Banquets

Beaver-Run-Resort; Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Ski pass program

Hotel & Dining discounts

Flexible Time Off

Health & Dental insurance

401k + match

Job summary

Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center in Breckenridge, CO is seeking a senior culinary leader to manage the culinary program across six restaurants and banquets. You will lead day-to-day kitchen operations, develop menus, standardize recipes, and monitor food costs to support the budget.

You will train and mentor cooks, supervise a staff of 20–25, collaborate with F&B leadership on pricing and supplier relations, and ensure cleanliness and safety in a fast-paced resort environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years restaurant experience, especially in a Resort establishment – preferred.
• 2+ years management experience – preferred.
• Proficient at written and verbal communication in English – required.
• Bilingual Spanish - preferred.
• ServSafe – preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite – preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain company insurance approval – required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for restaurant patrons, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintain inventory and supplies necessary for department.
• Strategize with F&B Senior Management to plan the future of the restaurants and banquets.
• Manage schedules and tasks to control labor costs.
• Provide positive leadership for execution of menu by service staff.
• Develop partnerships with key manufacturers, vendors, and distributors to ensure the best quality and value for the organization.
• Partner with FOH Management on menus and pricing.
• Manage billing, purchasing orders, and financial performance.
• Provide recipes, prep sheets and standards to train staff with diverse skills.
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness and presentability.

Skills

Management experience

English communication

Spanish bilingual

Cost control

Leadership

Education

Degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center in Breckenridge, CO is seeking a senior culinary leader to manage the culinary program across six restaurants and banquets. You will lead day-to-day kitchen operations, develop menus, standardize recipes, and monitor food costs to support the budget.

You will train and mentor cooks, supervise a staff of 20–25, collaborate with F&B leadership on pricing and supplier relations, and ensure cleanliness and safety in a fast-paced resort environment.