We're seeking a visionary Executive Chef to spearhead a culinary transformation at an iconic luxury hotel in Washington D.C., launching an elevated, modern Mexican concept. This leader will define a new high-end dining direction, overseeing all kitchen operations, menu innovation (authentic yet refined Mexican), staff development (building a world-class team), financial stewardship (cost control, P&L), and upholding legendary service standards for multiple venues, from fine dining to banquets, driving a truly exceptional guest experience.
Executive Chef - Luxury Hotel (High-End Mexican Concept)
Location: Washington, D.C.
Reports To: General Manager / Director of Food & Beverage
The Opportunity:
Join a legendary hotel on the cusp of a bold culinary reinvention, establishing a premier destination for sophisticated, modern Mexican cuisine in the nation's capital. We're looking for a creative, strategic, and operationally flawless leader to build and execute this new vision from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities:
- Culinary Vision: Develop and implement a world-class, high-end Mexican culinary program across all hotel food & beverage outlets, ensuring authenticity, innovation, and luxury presentation.
- Menu & Recipe Development: Design unique menus, recipes, and plate presentations that blend traditional Mexican flavors with modern techniques and premium ingredients, elevating the guest experience.
- Kitchen Operations: Oversee all kitchen functions, including daily prep, execution, hygiene, equipment maintenance, inventory, and waste management.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, mentor, and inspire a diverse culinary brigade, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and high performance.
- Financial Acumen: Manage food costs, labor costs, P&L, and budgets effectively to meet financial objectives.
- Vendor Relations: Cultivate strong relationships with top-tier suppliers to source exceptional, authentic ingredients.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with F&B Management, Marketing, and Hotel Operations to align culinary vision with overall hotel goals and events.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine in luxury hotels or high-end, acclaimed restaurants.
- Demonstrated expertise in leading large culinary teams and managing complex kitchen operations.
- Deep passion and demonstrable knowledge of Mexican cuisine, with a strong understanding of regional variations and high-end culinary trends.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, financial management, and problem-solving skills.
- Culinary degree or equivalent extensive experience.
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
We offer:
- The chance to make a significant impact on a historic hotel's culinary future.
- A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and performance incentives.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and luxurious work environment.
To Apply:
Submit your resume and a compelling cover letter detailing your vision for high-end Mexican cuisine and your leadership philosophy.
