Visionary Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability options

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates

Training & development opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

Concord Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team across hotel operations, including main kitchen and banquets. You will craft menus, ensure top quality, and manage food and labor costs while mentoring staff.

Hands-on, visionary leadership with focus on safety, guest satisfaction, and innovation in culinary operations. We offer competitive wages, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), tuition assistance, and growth opportunities across our portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of culinary leadership experience in hospitality or high-volume environments.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred.
• Proven ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced setting with a focus on quality and cost control.
• Strong understanding of food and labor cost management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to foster a team-oriented environment focused on associate growth and guest satisfaction.
• Experience with menu development, kitchen safety, vendor management, and operational compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations including main kitchen, banquet events, and culinary team performance.
• Create and execute innovative menus based on market trends and guest preferences.
• Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality, flavorful food.
• Develop and maintain food and labor cost controls; manage department operating budgets.
• Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate culinary staff, ensuring development and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and ensure culinary team is properly trained on equipment and recipes.
• Collaborate with F&B and hotel leadership to ensure alignment with guest expectations and operational goals.
• Partner with vendors to secure top-quality products at competitive pricing.
• Maintain all health and safety standards, including compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead guest engagement initiatives, responding to feedback and ensuring an outstanding dining experience.
• Contribute to strategic planning for long-term culinary excellence and profitability.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Vendor management

Kitchen safety

Team development

Communication

Guest satisfaction

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality

Job description

Concord Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team across hotel operations, including main kitchen and banquets. You will craft menus, ensure top quality, and manage food and labor costs while mentoring staff.

Hands-on, visionary leadership with focus on safety, guest satisfaction, and innovation in culinary operations. We offer competitive wages, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), tuition assistance, and growth opportunities across our portfolio.