Executive Chef

Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $69,100.00 - $95,100.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

meal discounts

Job Description

Driftwood Hotels is a prestigious hospitality company known for delivering exceptional service and culinary excellence across its properties. With a focus on creating memorable guest experiences, Driftwood provides a dynamic and engaging work environment that prioritizes innovation, quality, and team development. The company operates various in-house dining options including banquets, outlets, in-room dining, staff cafeterias, and stewarding services, catering to diverse customer preferences while maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene. Driftwood is committed to sustainability and uses local and seasonal ingredients wherever possible to enhance menu appeal and promote responsible sourcing.

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Job Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for eight-plus hour shifts
Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking
Ability to talk, hear, see, and smile frequently
Proven experience leading culinary operations in a hotel environment
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple culinary outlets and functions simultaneously
Recruitment experience
Financial acumen and cost control expertise

Job Qualifications

Experience in high volume catering with hotel top brands and fine dining
Proven leadership and managerial skills
Knowledge of current culinary trends
Strong creativity and service skills
Ability to energize a diverse culinary team
Financial planning skills including data analysis and strategy implementation
Familiarity with corporate culinary programs
Experience with media and promotional activities
Computer literacy

Job Duties

Lead culinary team to consistently execute at a high level
Develop and implement creative menus for various outlets and catering
Oversee daily kitchen operations including banquets, outlets, in-room dining, staff cafeteria, and stewarding
Manage procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of food
Develop recipes and cost control measures
Conduct line checks and establish production schedules
Supervise cleaning duties and maintain safe, sanitary work environment
Monitor inventory levels and food cost controls
Prepare weekly staffing schedules and recruit as needed
Ensure staff training and performance management
Participate in capital projects for kitchen and restaurant improvements
Engage in weekly operational meetings and banquet event reviews
Maintain compliance with health, hygiene, and safety regulations
Respond to food-related feedback and implement corrective actions
Ensure maintenance of kitchen equipment
Foster teamwork and maintain interdepartmental relationships
Represent the hotel in media and community food-related events
Promote hotel’s service promises and operational standards

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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