Executive Chef

Grand Prairie, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Meal Allowances

Job Description

Tribute Portfolio is a distinctive family of independent hotels known for their unique character, captivating design, vibrant social scenes, and authentic experiences that resonate deeply with guests and local communities alike. Each Tribute Portfolio hotel tells its own story through design, connects meaningfully with the surrounding area, and exhibits a strong individual brand identity. As part of the Marriott International family, Tribute Portfolio operates on a global scale yet preserves the individuality of its properties, ensuring that guests receive personalized and memorable hospitality wherever they stay. This brand is rooted in passion for innovative design, community connection, and creating experiences that genuinely reflect the region’s culture and charm.

The Executive Chef role at a Tribute Portfolio hotel is pivotal in upholding the brand’s commitment to delivering exceptional food and beverage experiences that align with the hotel’s mission, values, and culture. This position involves direct oversight of all food and beverage outlets within the hotel, ensuring that culinary standards and operational goals are consistently met while fostering a collaborative and dynamic team environment. The Executive Chef is tasked with managing daily kitchen operations, maintaining high quality and safety standards, controlling costs, and driving profitability through strategic planning and innovative menu development. This leadership position requires not only expertise in culinary arts but also strong management skills to guide, mentor, and develop kitchen staff while working closely with other hotel departments to create seamless guest experiences.

The Executive Chef will lead the culinary team by introducing new recipes, overseeing menu creation, and ensuring food presentation meets the brand’s standard. They are responsible for promoting interdepartmental communication and collaboration, managing inventory, scheduling labor effectively, and ensuring all health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to. Additionally, this role supports banquet and event catering operations, overseeing the preparation and execution of food service that meets or exceeds guest expectations. There is a focus on customer service excellence, requiring the Executive Chef to engage directly with guests, handle feedback, and empower staff to deliver outstanding service.

This position demands a proactive, results-oriented leader who is passionate about nurturing a positive work environment, maintaining culinary excellence, and achieving or surpassing business objectives including performance and budget goals. The Executive Chef must have a strategic mindset focused on continuous improvement and team development. Participation in management meetings, budget planning, and performance reviews are also integral aspects of this role. Working as part of a dynamic hotel team, the Executive Chef is expected to contribute to the overall success of the hotel while embodying the Tribute Portfolio brand’s ethos of authenticity and excellence.

Employment type is typically full-time at this level, with an expectation that management-level associates will invest the necessary time to fulfill their responsibilities fully. Competitive compensation is offered, reflecting the importance and demands of this senior culinary leadership position. Joining Tribute Portfolio means becoming part of a global hospitality family where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing team, and become the best version of yourself.

Job Requirements

bachelor's degree preferred
minimum 5 years experience in a similar executive chef or culinary leadership role
strong leadership and team management skills
knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
excellent communication skills
proficiency in budgeting and cost management
ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
availability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends
strong organizational and multitasking capabilities
ability to train and mentor staff effectively

Job Qualifications

bachelor's degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, or related field preferred
extensive experience in culinary management within a hotel or luxury hospitality environment
proven leadership skills with experience managing kitchen staff
strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ability to develop and implement menus
experience in budgeting and cost control
proficiency in inventory and labor management systems
ability to handle guest relations and resolve complaints
commitment to quality and continuous improvement
ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

manage daily operations of all food and beverage outlets
ensure compliance with company policies including financial performance, food and labor cost control, guest satisfaction, personal development, procurement, and sanitation standards
oversee distribution of supplies and equipment
promote and maintain interdepartmental communication
manage banquets and events coordination
assist in inventory management and equipment maintenance
maintain accurate control of expenditures
develop and monitor budgetary goals
attend relevant meetings
estimate and communicate daily production needs
determine food presentation and create displays
perform duties of kitchen managers and employees when necessary
recognize quality products and presentations
ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
follow food handling and temperature guidelines
operate and maintain kitchen equipment
check quality of food products
oversee and implement kitchen operations including recipes, menu design, and training
lead and encourage team members with integrity and sound business decisions
build mutual trust and cooperation
act as role model for proper behavior
maintain employee productivity
ensure clear understanding of expectations
foster open and collaborative relationships
administer policies fairly and consistently
communicate performance expectations
recognize and reward success
provide exceptional customer service and manage daily operations to meet customer expectations
set positive example for guest relations
empower employees in customer service
interact with guests for feedback
handle guest complaints
achieve and exceed performance and budget goals
develop plans to prioritize and organize work
utilize labor management system for scheduling and attendance
train employees in safety procedures
identify development needs in others and provide coaching
improve service via guidance and feedback
participate in performance appraisals
escalate issues to management and HR
fulfill management duties and required coverage
perform additional assigned duties