Executive Chef

Our client is currently building out a new boutique hotel in Starkville, Mississippi and is searching for their opening Executive Chef. The hotel is slated to open in August 2027.

The Executive Chef is to direct food ordering, preparation, production, and control for all food outlets and banquet facilities of the hotel. 

Responsible for enhancing the food product that is presented to guests

Make changes that respond to the marketplace and to guests’ needs, both present and anticipated

Recommend changes to the food product

Use market research to develop new products

Responsible for maintaining quality of food product and ensuring consistency in food delivery and standards

Work in support of team goals and measures effectiveness through the Food & Beverage profit and service performance of the hotel

Responsible for the selection, training, and development of the personnel within the department

Able to exercise hire and fire discretion within the hotel's policies

Oversee divisional matters as they relate to federal, state and local employment and civil rights laws

Control the elements that determine profit and loss

Responsible for all major operating expenses

Set margins and manage the business against projections

Participate, support and make recommendations for ongoing hotel programs with continuous improvement in networking

Professionally represent the hotel in community and industry organizations and events

Participate as a team player with all departments

Provide constructive feedback to all departments

Be a leader and a role model to all employees

3 years’ experience as a Executive Chef, Exec Sous Chef or CDC, preferably with a full-service property

Management experience required

Graduate of an accredited Culinary School program preferred

Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality

Proficiency in Microsoft applications is required

Verifiable record improving measurable metrics relation to the Food Department and guest satisfaction

Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills

Excellent service & communication skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong organizational skills

Computer and telephone skills required

Excellent listening skills

Exceptional detail in follow-up

Excellent safety and sanitation skills

Creative problem solving skills

Basic mathematical skills required

Strong attention to detail