Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $115,000.00 - $125,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
PTO
Hotel and restaurant discounts
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid holidays
short-term disability
long-term disability
Referral bonuses
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Archer Hotel Napa is a distinguished boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Napa, known for delivering an indulgent and memorable guest experience. With 183 luxurious rooms and suites, many featuring private balconies, the hotel combines comfort with elegance. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including the vibrant Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar, Water Deck, Rooftop Spa, Fitness Studio, and over 22,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces. The hotel prides itself on its AAA Four Diamond status and Forbes Travel Guide Recommendation, reflecting its commitment to thoughtful guest services and locally inspired touches. Archer Hotel Napa consistently ranks highly on trusted review platforms, a testament to its dedication to exceptional quality and service.
LodgeWorks, the privately held hotel development and management company behind Archer Hotel Napa, brings over 35 years of expertise to the hospitality industry with a portfolio that includes well-regarded brands such as Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Aloft, Hilton Garden Inn, and Hampton Inn. With a workforce of over 950 employees nationwide, LodgeWorks emphasizes a family-oriented culture rooted in Midwestern hospitality that shapes every interaction with guests, clients, and partners.
The Executive Chef position at Archer Hotel Napa offers a unique leadership opportunity within an innovative and guest-focused environment. This role commands oversight of all culinary operations across the hotel's food services. The Executive Chef will lead a dynamic team, ensuring that every dish prepared meets exacting standards for quality, presentation, taste, and safety. A core responsibility includes conducting ongoing inspections to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and compliance with health regulations across kitchens and service areas. The role involves developing creative recipes and portion controls that not only satisfy individual guest preferences but also align with budgetary considerations and nutritional standards.
Key to this position is the ability to foster a collaborative and high-performing kitchen culture through effective training and development of culinary staff. The Executive Chef partners closely with Food and Beverage Directors and the sales team to coordinate catering for guest events and on-site dining experiences. Responsibility extends to inventory management, purchasing oversight, cost control, and contributing to annual budgeting processes, ensuring profitability alongside culinary excellence.
Ideal candidates for this role will thrive in a fast-paced, guest-centric environment, displaying entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability to change, and a long-term commitment to both their team and the organization’s values. Strong communication skills and operational savvy, including experience with payroll systems, inventory, and purchasing, are essential. Physical demands include the ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring manual effort. Previous hospitality or service industry experience is advantageous but a passion for hospitality and a readiness to contribute to a positive workplace culture are paramount.
This executive role offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 to $125,000 annually, supplemented by bonus eligibility. Archer Hotel Napa and LodgeWorks present an exciting opportunity for culinary leaders ready to make a lasting impact on luxury hospitality and guest satisfaction in a prestigious setting.
LodgeWorks, the privately held hotel development and management company behind Archer Hotel Napa, brings over 35 years of expertise to the hospitality industry with a portfolio that includes well-regarded brands such as Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Aloft, Hilton Garden Inn, and Hampton Inn. With a workforce of over 950 employees nationwide, LodgeWorks emphasizes a family-oriented culture rooted in Midwestern hospitality that shapes every interaction with guests, clients, and partners.
The Executive Chef position at Archer Hotel Napa offers a unique leadership opportunity within an innovative and guest-focused environment. This role commands oversight of all culinary operations across the hotel's food services. The Executive Chef will lead a dynamic team, ensuring that every dish prepared meets exacting standards for quality, presentation, taste, and safety. A core responsibility includes conducting ongoing inspections to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and compliance with health regulations across kitchens and service areas. The role involves developing creative recipes and portion controls that not only satisfy individual guest preferences but also align with budgetary considerations and nutritional standards.
Key to this position is the ability to foster a collaborative and high-performing kitchen culture through effective training and development of culinary staff. The Executive Chef partners closely with Food and Beverage Directors and the sales team to coordinate catering for guest events and on-site dining experiences. Responsibility extends to inventory management, purchasing oversight, cost control, and contributing to annual budgeting processes, ensuring profitability alongside culinary excellence.
Ideal candidates for this role will thrive in a fast-paced, guest-centric environment, displaying entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability to change, and a long-term commitment to both their team and the organization’s values. Strong communication skills and operational savvy, including experience with payroll systems, inventory, and purchasing, are essential. Physical demands include the ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring manual effort. Previous hospitality or service industry experience is advantageous but a passion for hospitality and a readiness to contribute to a positive workplace culture are paramount.
This executive role offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 to $125,000 annually, supplemented by bonus eligibility. Archer Hotel Napa and LodgeWorks present an exciting opportunity for culinary leaders ready to make a lasting impact on luxury hospitality and guest satisfaction in a prestigious setting.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- at least 5 years of culinary experience including leadership roles
- knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices
- physical ability to stand for extended periods and exert up to 60 pounds of force
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- willingness to perform duties in employees’ absence or during peak periods
- passion for hospitality and commitment to team culture
- ability to follow directions, guidelines and work objectives
- prior hospitality or service industry experience preferred
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related field preferred
- minimum 5 years experience in culinary leadership roles preferably in luxury or boutique hotels
- proven ability to manage kitchen operations and staff training
- strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- experience with food and beverage budgeting and cost control
- leadership skills with ability to inspire and develop a team
- excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- proficiency in using operational systems such as payroll, inventory and purchasing software
- creative culinary skills with focus on guest satisfaction
- ability to work collaboratively with other departments and adapt to fast-paced environment
Job Duties
- Direct and oversee all culinary operations including production of all hotel meals and food quality and presentation
- ensure compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulations
- create recipes and production standards
- assist with all performance reviews and monthly one-on-ones
- address and resolve guest and employee concerns
- possess in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus
- ensure that the department is staffed sufficiently for each meal period
- maintain P&L authority over the assigned location and department
- identify talent internally and externally including interviewing, hiring and onboarding new associates
- inspect all food service stations during service time to ensure standards and cleanliness
- ensure the general cleanliness of heart-of-house
- ensure completion of opening and closing procedures by BOH employees
- ensure compliance with Department of Health and company sanitation standards
- maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends to create food products that maximize sales opportunities
- understand employee positions well enough to perform duties in absence or during peak periods
- conduct and attend all departmental meetings
- support budgeted sales and profit goals while maintaining labor efficiency ratios
- monitor and control food and beverage inventories
- manage food preparation
- develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving
- work with Food and Beverage Director on capital expenditure needs
- assist in other tasks as requested by management
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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