Executive Chef
Salary: $125,000–$155,000
Location: Carmel Valley, CA

I am hiring on behalf of a luxury resort seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations and drive exceptional food and beverage experiences.

This is a senior leadership position and a key member of the Executive Committee, reporting directly to the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations including menu design, food preparation, purchasing, and cost control
• Ensure exceptional quality, consistency, portion control, and presentation across all outlets
• Drive culinary innovation while maintaining brand and service standards
• Oversee hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of culinary teams
• Instill and enforce food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards
• Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage and senior leadership teams
• Manage budgets, forecasting, labor costs, and profitability initiatives
• Maintain strong communication with corporate and senior stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

• 6+ years of progressive hotel culinary experience
• Minimum 4 years in a senior culinary leadership role
• Experience in high-volume, luxury, or resort environments
• Pre-opening experience preferred
• Strong leadership presence with a hands-on management style
• Proven ability to improve operational performance and drive bottom-line results
• Excellent organizational, communication, and administrative skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)