Executive Chef - NoMad Detroit (Franchise)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling

Job Description

NoMad is an internationally acclaimed hospitality brand renowned for its exquisite culinary experiences and timeless design. Founded with a commitment to gracious service, the brand has established itself as a leader in the luxury hotel and dining sector. Originating with NoMad New York, which earned a prestigious Michelin Star, the company has expanded its influence globally with locations such as NoMad London and NoMad Detroit. The brand’s dedication to combining classical culinary techniques with contemporary creativity ensures guests receive unparalleled dining experiences. The NoMad Bar’s distinction as the top bar in North America and third in the world, alongside NoMad London’s accolade for Best International Hotel Bar, highlights the group’s excellence and innovation in hospitality. As part of the Sydell Group, NoMad continues to champion a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees and guests.

The Executive Chef role at NoMad Detroit represents a unique opportunity to shape the culinary direction of a vibrant, evolving destination. This position places you at the helm of all hotel culinary operations, where your passion and expertise will influence stunning menu offerings that celebrate local flavors and current food trends. You will oversee the entire culinary team, driving performance and professional development while maintaining the highest standards for food quality, presentation, and cost management. Your role is pivotal in fostering a welcoming dining atmosphere, engaging closely with guests to ensure exceptional satisfaction and tailoring experiences to their preferences. With responsibility for kitchen workflow optimization and compliance with health and safety regulations, you will ensure a safe, efficient, and enjoyable workplace. This full-time position requires a leader able to balance creativity with operational excellence, aligning with the Hilton core values of hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and urgency. Joining NoMad means contributing to an award-winning culture recognized globally for exceptional service and employee engagement. With competitive compensation and benefits governed by an independent franchisee, this role offers a fulfilling career path within a dynamic hospitality group that prioritizes teamwork, craftsmanship, and innovation.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, or related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role within a high-volume hotel or fine dining environment
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and culinary operations efficiently
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to maintain calm and effective leadership under pressure
  • Valid food safety certification

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an executive chef or in a senior culinary leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of modern and classical culinary techniques
  • Experience in menu development aligned with food trends and regional preferences
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills
  • Financial acumen related to budgeting and cost control in culinary operations
  • Exceptional communication and guest engagement abilities
  • Understanding of health, safety, and sanitation regulations in the hospitality industry

Job Duties

  • Direct culinary operations, oversee the preparation and production of hotel meals, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and overall profitability
  • Enhance menu offerings, partner with the Food and Beverage Director to develop new menus and individual menu items based on current food trends and regional tastes
  • Delight our guests, engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and implement improvements to elevate the dining experience
  • Monitor financial performance, oversee budget management, forecasting, and reporting to ensure financial targets are met and culinary operations are aligned with the hotel’s goals
  • Optimize kitchen operations, oversee and streamline kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to ensure smooth and efficient operations
  • Cultivate a high-performing team, drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs
  • Ensure regulatory excellence, uphold compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, fostering a culture committed to the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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