Executive Chef

Westin BWI is a renowned hotel that prides itself on fostering a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture. The company places a high priority on employee engagement by hosting a variety of fun and interactive activities such as employee parties, potlucks, and spirit weeks. These events aim to strengthen connections among team members, promote healthy relationships, and cultivate a supportive environment where everyone feels valued. Moreover, Westin BWI celebrates important milestones like birthdays and work anniversaries with thoughtful gifts, emphasizing the importance of family within the workplace. This strong culture of inclusion and appreciation helps build a workplace where team members are motivated to contribute to the hotel’s ongoing success. At Westin BWI, diversity and inclusion are core values. The company encourages candidates from all backgrounds, including U.S. military veterans, to apply, reflecting its commitment to creating a welcoming and diverse workforce.

The role available at Westin BWI is that of a Kitchen Manager, a key position responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operations within the hotel. This role demands strategic planning and management of kitchen staff across multiple areas including food procurement, production, preparation, and presentation to ensure high-quality products that meet company standards. The Kitchen Manager is entrusted with maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment in compliance with federal, state, and corporate regulations. This leadership position involves directing day-to-day kitchen operations such as managing outlets, banquet services, stewarding, and purchasing. Additionally, the Kitchen Manager plays a crucial role in human resource management within the kitchen, including hiring, training, performance reviews, conflict resolution, and staff development. This role also requires budget management skills, as the incumbent will develop and monitor departmental budgets to control labor and food costs, achieving profitable and cost-effective kitchen operations. The ability to create and implement innovative menus while adhering to corporate guidelines is essential to continuously improve revenue and profit margins. Furthermore, the manager is responsible for promoting safety programs and ensuring compliance with all established attendance policies. Candidates for this role should expect to be actively involved in maintaining operational excellence and quality assurance across all kitchen functions while fostering a positive work culture that aligns with the values of Westin BWI and HEI Hotels and Resorts. This full-time position offers an annual salary range of $80,000 to $85,000 and discretionary performance bonuses, reflecting the importance of the role within the organizational structure.