Executive Chef

Four Seasons Silicon Valley is part of the renowned Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality known for its exceptional service, innovative experiences, and commitment to quality. Located in East Palo Alto, California, the Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley offers a contemporary business hub experience, blending the tech legacy of the region with artful sophistication, world-class culinary craftsmanship, and personalized service. The hotel’s proximity to Silicon Valley’s iconic tech companies, sports and music venues, and unique local attractions makes it a dynamic destination that appeals to both business travelers and leisure guests. With a dedication to providing a luxury guest experience, the Four Seasons Silicon Valley emphasizes genuine heart and connection, ensuring that every guest, resident, and partner is treated with warmth and respect. This ethos is driven by a culture that values diversity, employee growth, and a commitment to exceeding expectations.

The Executive Chef position at Four Seasons Silicon Valley represents a pivotal leadership role responsible for maintaining and advancing the culinary excellence across all outlets within the hotel. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Food and Beverage, the Executive Chef will take ownership of menu innovation and development, ensuring each offering reflects seasonal ingredients, local market trends, and guest preferences while balancing operational feasibility and profitability. This role requires a strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail to drive financial performance through effective management of food costs, labor scheduling, purchasing, and inventory controls, including areas such as the staff cafeteria. The Executive Chef will uphold the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, sanitation, and safety in alignment with Four Seasons brand standards and all applicable regulatory requirements.

In addition to culinary oversight, the Executive Chef will work closely with Public Relations and Commercial teams to support culinary activations, promotions, and brand positioning initiatives that enhance the overall guest experience and strengthen the hotel’s market presence. The role also involves direct communication with clients for special event planning and execution, ensuring all events meet budgetary and quality expectations. Strong leadership is essential; the Executive Chef will inspire, develop, and manage the culinary and stewarding teams, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement through coaching and performance management. This position demands excellent communication skills for coordinating with multiple departments such as sales and operations, maintaining clarity and alignment across teams to ensure seamless service delivery.

The position is full-time, offering a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $160,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, holiday and vacation pay, 401k with company matching, and complimentary stays at Four Seasons properties worldwide subject to availability. Candidates must be flexible to work weekends, holidays, and evenings to meet the operational demands of the hotel. The Four Seasons Silicon Valley encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, embodying an inclusive and supportive workplace where all team members can thrive and build successful global careers.