Executive Chef

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We are looking for our next great team member to lead our Culinary team at the Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton as the Executive Chef. If you have a passion for food and people, this may be your opportunity to make an impact and to grow with us.

Your Mission:

• Lead with Excellence: Manage all aspects of the culinary department, including menu concepting and design, ensuring the quality preparation of all menu items, and proper handling/storage of all food items in accordance with regulations standards.
• Mentor and Inspire: Interview, hire, train, and evaluate culinary associates, fostering an environment of open communication and continuous improvement.
• Prioritize and Execute: Establish daily priorities, assign production and preparation tasks, and ensure each kitchen area is stocked with the necessary tools, supplies, and equipment to meet business demands.
• Quality Assurance: Review banquet event orders, requisition supplies, ensure quality of products received, and monitor the performance of associates to maintain high standards.
• Hands-On Leadership: Conduct frequent walk-throughs of each kitchen area, coaching associates to correct deficiencies and ensuring quality and attention to detail, working the line as needed.
• Innovative Menu Development: Assist the Catering department in developing special menus for functions and meet with clients as requested. Update the restaurant menu seasonally and work with the team on specials.
• Operational Expertise: Manage budgets, control costs, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, all while driving profitability and efficiency

5+ years of culinary leadership experience in restaurants/hotels required. Must hold or be able to acquire all required Montgomery County and brand certifications within 30 days of hire. Salary range for this position is $95,000 - $120,000.

Full time Team Members are eligible for:

• An exceptional and comprehensive benefit plan for you and eligible family members to include Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Other voluntary benefits include Pet Insurance, Identify Theft Insurance, Travel Assistance
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays
• 401K matching program
• Hotel discounts at Hilton Hotels globally and Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
• Daily Team Member Meals
• Team Member Parking