Executive Chef - Hotel Indigo

Hotel Indigo is part of the Columbia Hospitality family, a company renowned for its commitment to creating exceptional experiences through its values-based culture and dedicated team. Hotel Indigo stands out as a boutique hotel brand that embraces local flavor and authenticity while offering a stylish and inviting atmosphere for guests. Positioned in vibrant urban areas or unique neighborhoods, Hotel Indigo combines modern elegance with warmth and personal attention at every guest interaction. Columbia Hospitality’s mission centers on people-first values, collective growth, and fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive. This culture creates an environment where employees can enjoy meaningful careers while contributing to the brand’s promise of delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. The Executive Chef role at Hotel Indigo is a critical leadership position responsible for managing all kitchen operations, setting high standards for food quality, and inspiring the culinary team to deliver outstanding dining experiences. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range from $88,000 to $93,000 depending on experience, along with numerous benefits designed to support work-life balance, professional growth, and overall well-being. The Executive Chef will lead by example in maintaining rigorous standards for food presentation, sanitation, safety, and customer service while fostering a collaborative and empowering atmosphere. Key responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, managing food and labor costs, maintaining supply levels, and developing new menu items that resonate with the hotel’s brand and clientele. The Executive Chef will also be deeply involved in staff development through hiring, training, evaluating, and mentoring team members to ensure they meet and exceed operational expectations. Communications with the General Manager and other departments are essential to align with contractual and business updates. This role demands someone who excels under pressure, has strong conflict management skills, and is highly organized with a keen eye for detail. Beyond the operational duties, Columbia Hospitality emphasizes a culture where employees can grow professionally and personally through numerous perks such as paid time off, health benefits, cellphone allowance, daily pay options, discounted lodging, and access to an online platform for skill development. The company also supports its team through referral bonuses, volunteer opportunities, and participation in committees focused on fun, philanthropy, and diversity initiatives. This holistic approach ensures that the Executive Chef thrives within a supportive environment that values both individual contributions and collective success.