Visionary Executive Chef: Coastal Cuisine in Austin

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

PTO with rollover

Unlimited employee referral bonuses

Leadership development & tuition reimb

Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and,

Growth opportunities across multiple酒店

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at The Westin Austin Downtown. You will oversee all kitchen operations, shaping the menu identity, and setting culinary standards for a premium hotel dining experience in downtown Austin.

The ideal candidate has proven executive leadership in fine dining or hotel restaurants, coastal seafood expertise, and a hands-on approach to budgeting, menu creation, and team development in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Proven Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead a kitchen team
• Hands-on approach to culinary systems, budgeting, and menu creation
• Experience in fine dining, upscale seafood, or hotel restaurants
• Pre-opening restaurant or hotel culinary experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Own all culinary operations for the Westin Austin Downtown, including recipe execution, menu development, profitability, staffing, and compliance with SOPs and guidelines
• Serve as a hands-on culinary SME, setting the standard for safe, high-quality handling and presentation
• Lead, coach, and develop culinary associates to drive engagement and low turnover
• Oversee ordering, preparation, marketing, and execution of recipes and USE Records, managing costs
• Actively participate in month-end and year-end processes and reporting

Skills

Executive leadership

Interpersonal skills

Financial management

Menu development

Job description

White Lodging is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at The Westin Austin Downtown. You will oversee all kitchen operations, shaping the menu identity, and setting culinary standards for a premium hotel dining experience in downtown Austin.

The ideal candidate has proven executive leadership in fine dining or hotel restaurants, coastal seafood expertise, and a hands-on approach to budgeting, menu creation, and team development in a fast-paced setting.