Executive Chef Wanted for Upscale Casual Hotel Restaurant
Are you a culinary professional with a passion for crafting unforgettable dining experiences? We are seeking an experienced, creative Executive Chef to lead our kitchen.
Position: Executive Chef
Location: Cambria, California
Type: Full-time
About Us:
Cambria Pines Lodge is part of Moonstone Hotel Properties, a family-owned collection of boutique hotel properties set amid renowned destinations, including Cambria and Monterey, CA, and Silverton, OR. Surrounded by spectacular gardens and landscaping, each of these properties reflects a commitment to quality and attention to detail, with the goal of creating a warm, comforting and memorable experience for each guest.
Responsibilities:
As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for:
Leading and inspiring a culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences across a three-meal restaurant, lounge, banquet department, and seasonal special events.
Crafting innovative and seasonally inspired menus that align with our upscale casual hotel restaurant concept
Ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and taste.
Managing kitchen operations, staff performance and budgeting.
Find efficient ways to cut costs and drive sales
Upholding high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety.
Work hand-in-hand with the Kitchen Manager to oversee inventory control and ordering.
Collaborating with other departments to enhance overall guest satisfaction.
Understanding the relationship between the hotel operations and restaurant operations, and working to achieve the goals of each.
Requirements:
Experience as lead kitchen role
Creative flair and a passion for staying current with culinary trends
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
Maintain flexible availability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary
High School or GED certificate or completion of technical/vocational program
Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
Preferred:
Executive Chef or Sous Chef experience in a similar upscale dining setting
Bi-lingual, English (speak, read, write) and Spanish (speak)
Perks:
$26+ DOE with performance-based incentives
Full benefit package with vacation
Employee discounts
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A dynamic and collaborative work environment
How to Apply:
If you could be a good fit for our upscale casual hotel restaurant, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter.
Moonstone Hotel Properties is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
