Executive Chef jobs in Colorado
Executive Chef directs and oversees kitchen operations, including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control and sanitation. Creates and updates menus that will appeal to customers, utilize seasonal ingredients, and maximize profits. Being an Executive Chef develops and tests new recipes. Solicits and studies customer feedback to maintain high standards of quality and satisfaction. Additionally, Executive Chef troubleshoots and resolves operational issues. Complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Executive Chef typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Executive Chef typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Executive Chef
- HEI Hotels & Resorts
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Westminster, CO
FULL_TIME
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About Us
Ideally positioned 15 minutes from both Denver and Boulder, The Westin Westminster provides convenient access to the 16th Street Mall and Pearl Street Mall, as well as abundant outdoor recreation afforded by the Rocky Mountains.
Our Vision is to be the premier employer in the hospitality sector between Denver and Boulder. We recently received the AAA 4 Diamond rating, and we offer free meals to our associates as well as monthly employee appreciation celebrations, incentives for excellent customer service, and discounted hotel stays. Apply today and join an outstanding hotel focused on providing the highest quality of hospitality to our guests!
Don't meet every single requirement of this job? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!
We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.
Overview
Plan and manage the kitchen staff in the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products. This role will be starting out at 95,000 per year and has an application deadline of June 15, 2024 or until filled.
Responsibilities- Direct the day to day operations of all areas of the kitchen including outlets, banquets, stewarding, and purchasing.
- Manage Human Resources in the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe environment. Interview, hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles and discipline and terminate as appropriate.
- Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost effective manner.
- Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.
- Develop, implement and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.
- Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc...) within corporate guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.
- Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Perform any other job related duties as assigned.
- Two years of post high school education, culinary education is desirable.
- Five years of employment in a related position.
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.
- Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
- Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.
HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.
We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.
HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. - 2 Days Ago
Executive Chef
- Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa
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Avon, CO
FULL_TIME
- Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa | With sweeping views from the base of Beaver Creek Mountain, Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa offers a luxurious year-round escape near Vail Valley, Color...
- 2 Days Ago
Executive Chef
- Hyatt Hotels Corporation
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Avon, CO
FULL_TIME
- Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & SpaPark Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa | With sweeping views from the base of Beaver Creek Mountain, Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa offers a luxurious year-...
- 4 Days Ago
Executive Chef
- Sunrise Senior Living
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Denver, CO
FULL_TIME
- COMMUNITY NAMESunrise of Pinehurst JOB OVERVIEW "Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focu...
- 6 Days Ago
Executive Chef
- Beaver Creek Ski Resort
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Beaver, CO
FULL_TIME
- Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discoverin...
- 1 Month Ago
Executive Chef
- The Westin Westminster
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Westminster, CO
OTHER
- About UsIdeally positioned 15 minutes from both Denver and Boulder, The Westin Westminster provides convenient access to the 16th Street Mall and Pearl Street Mall, as well as abundant outdoor recreat...
- 11 Days Ago
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Executive Chef
- Market District
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Export, PA
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- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Wild Rose Entertainment
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Jefferson, IA
- Department: Food and Beverage Reports to: Food and Beverage Manager Location: Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Jefferson, IA Pos...
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Executive Chef
- Marriott
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Vancouver, BC
- Additional Information Pay: $80,000 - $106,000/annum Job Number 24099049 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Locat...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Aramark
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Huntsville, AL
- Job Description The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, r...
- 6/5/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
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NEWBERRY, SC
- Overview: Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, ...
- 6/5/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
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TERRE HAUTE, IN
- Compensation Range: Salary $70,000 -75,000 annually. Additional Information: Salary $70,000 - $75,000 annually. Overview...
- 5/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Aramark
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Winchester, VA
- Job Description The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, r...
- 5/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Great Wolf Lodge
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NAPLES, FL
- Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Restaurant Executive Chef is responsible for all operations of the kitchen(s): create...
- 3/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Colorado
Colorado (/ˌkɒləˈrædoʊ, -ˈrɑːdoʊ/ (listen), other variants) is a state of the Western United States encompassing most of the southern Rocky Mountains as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains. It is the 8th most extensive and 21st most populous U.S. state. The estimated population of Colorado was 5,695,564 on July 1, 2018, an increase of 13.25% since the 2010 United States Census.
The state was named for the Colorado River, which early Spanish explorers named the Río Colorado for the ruddy silt the river carried from the mountains. The...
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Income Estimation for Executive Chef jobs
$85,963 to $116,294
Most Popular Cities in Colorado for Executive Chef Jobs
What does an Executive Chef do?
Executive Chef in Lorain, OH
Tell us of a time when you were put in a situation which truly tested your ability to handle things as an executive chef.
November 04, 2019
Executive Chef in Brockton, MA
The menus must fit in with the budget allotted to the chef.
December 02, 2019
Executive Chef in Indianapolis, IN
Some Chefs may specialize in a certain type of cuisine.
December 22, 2019