Executive Chef - Mayfair House Hotel & Garden

About Mayfair House Hotel & Garden

Mayfair House Hotel & Garden is a Two MICHELIN Key hotel and a proud member of the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List 2026. Designed for the cultured, curious, and discerning traveler, Mayfair House offers an iconic experience set against a sensual and sophisticated backdrop.

We are seeking passionate hospitality professionals to join our forward-thinking, industry-changing team. Our associates bring the Mayfair House service philosophy to life through diligence, authenticity, and a genuine desire to exceed guest expectations.

Employee Benefits & Perks

• Tuition reimbursement
• 35% employee dining discounts at hotel outlets
• Upsell incentives
• Monthly employee recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hotel stay discounts
• Paid time off
• Competitive health benefits and daily employee meals

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.

Essential Duties and 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 to attract, retain, and motivate associates; including hiring, training, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Plan and manage the procurement and presentation of all food in a safe, sanitary, and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor and control maintenance and sanitation of the kitchen and equipment to meet/exceed federal, state, and corporate regulations.
• Develop and manage the department budget; analyze and control labor and food costs to meet management objectives.
• Develop and implement menus and production standards to improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining luxury quality.
• Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Two+ years of post-high school education (Culinary education preferred).
• Five+ years of employment in a related management position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary principles, people management, and complex food/beverage problem solving.
• Knowledge of hotel operations: marketing plans, labor relations, business plans, budget forecasting, and hospitality law.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate staff and ensure goal accomplishment.
• Ability to work effectively under strict time constraints and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt style to suit different audiences.

Join Our Team

Don't meet every single requirement? At HEI, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. We also value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

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