Executive Chef

Michelin Key property is on the search for a talented Executive Chef to spearhead a restaurant-driven F&B program. Looking for a true leader who values low turnover and mentorship as much as they do an ingredient-driven menu. Ideal candidates will come from a blend of respected restaurant and hotel backgrounds. This is a rare opening at one of LA's premier boutique non-union properties! Responsibilities include: Leading a healthy and dynamic kitchen team, including mentoring leadership Culinary admin: ordering, inventory, scheduling, etc Proactively managing costs, budgets, and labor Creating incredible food of the highest caliber Overseeing the full scope of the culinary department on a day-to-day basis Ensuring best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen Executive Chef Preferred Requirements: 2+ years of senior culinary leadership as an Executive Chef or 3+ as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef at a leading busy restaurant or boutique property Past experience in chef driven, ingredient driven kitchens is required; Michelin or James Beard kitchens is preferred Prior boutique hotel experience preferred Flexibility and adaptability as the needs of the business ebb and flow Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities Full understanding of managing a kitchen: admin + P&Ls Compensation includes: Base salary in the $120k-130k range Bonus plan Group medical, dental, vision 15 days PTO + sick days + holidays 401k

Created: 2025-09-24