Job Title: Executive Chef
Location: Charleston, SC
Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year
We are seeking an experienced and creative Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at a premier hotel restaurant in Charleston, SC. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and hands-on chef to showcase their culinary expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced hotel dining environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high-quality food production across all hotel dining outlets, including the restaurant, room service, and banquet operations.
- Develop and execute a creative, seasonal menu that aligns with the hotel's concept and brand standards.
- Train, mentor, and oversee kitchen staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
- Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Manage inventory, food costs, and vendor relationships to optimize profitability.
- Collaborate with hotel management, including Food & Beverage and Banquet teams, to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and continuously innovate culinary offerings.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume, full-service hotel or resort restaurant.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Expertise in modern and traditional cooking techniques, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining consistency and quality.
- Experience overseeing multiple dining outlets, including banquets, in-room dining, and catering.
- Financial acumen, including experience managing food costs, labor, and budgeting.