Wine-Forward Executive Chef | Luxury Resort Culinary Leader

Carter Hospitality Group, LLC; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is seeking an Executive Chef to drive the culinary vision across the resort, including fine dining, banquets, and in-room dining. This hands-on leader will develop seasonal, locally inspired menus with wine-forward pairings and uphold the highest standards of quality, service, and guest satisfaction.

The role demands 7–10 years of progressive culinary leadership in a luxury setting, strong financial acumen, and a culinary degree or equivalent training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including Executive Chef experience.
• Prior experience in a luxury resort, winery, or high-volume banquet environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wine-pairing and wine-centric menu development.
• Proven ability to manage food and labor costs while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Current food safety certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all culinary operations across the resort.
• Develop and execute wine-forward, seasonally inspired menus.
• Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and flavor across outlets and events.
• Lead, mentor, and develop kitchen leadership teams and staff.
• Oversee food cost controls, labor, inventory, and budgeting to meet financial objectives.
• Collaborate with F&B, Events, and Sales to execute weddings and banquets.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with regulations.
• Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Source high-quality ingredients emphasizing seasonal, local, and sustainable products.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Budgeting & cost control

Wine pairing

Staff mentorship

Quality control

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is seeking an Executive Chef to drive the culinary vision across the resort, including fine dining, banquets, and in-room dining. This hands-on leader will develop seasonal, locally inspired menus with wine-forward pairings and uphold the highest standards of quality, service, and guest satisfaction.

The role demands 7–10 years of progressive culinary leadership in a luxury setting, strong financial acumen, and a culinary degree or equivalent training.