Executive Chef Limelight Mammoth

Position Summary
The Executive Chef manages day-to-day operations of the hotel culinary department. Responsible for menu development food purchasing and production for all hotel food and beverage outlets. Operates within budget guidelines maintains kitchen at a high maintenance quality level and general upkeep of the kitchen tools to ensure all health and safety standards are met. This position reports to the Director of Operations.

The salary range for this position is $90000 - $110000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until March 29 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
   Oversee monthly food inventory under the guidelines provided by the Director of Finance and works with Purchasing Manager requisitions and purchases items in line with budgeted costs
   Maintain and establish appropriate food portions with respect to the hotels pricing policy and supervise the quality of food preparation and presentation
   Manage the food preparation for all food and beverage outlets in the hotel
   Create staff schedules based on projected revenue and covers and staffing guides 
   Create plan and write menus for all restaurants room service and banquets operation 
   Submit monthly reports based on financial statements in partnership with the Director of Finance explaining any variance in food cost and labor cost for the culinary Department 
   Maintain and ensure proper care of kitchen equipment and control operating & maintenance costs
   Monitor inventory levels order supplies and implement cost-control measures to maintain food quality while adhering to budgetary guidelines
   Manage train and supervise all food preparation and stewarding personnel performance of their duties to foster a positive and inclusive work environment
   Conducts monthly departmental meetings and attends pre-shift meeting in all hotel food and beverage outlets to review menu changes and solicit feedback from service staff 
   Manage recurring costs for proper recipes pricing and handle daily food purchasing
   Enforce strict adherence to food safety regulations and cleanliness standards to ensure a safe and sanitary kitchen environment
   Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Education & Experience Requirements 
    Culinary Degree or Equivalent preferred
    5 years of progressive experience in culinary operations required
    4 years of experience in culinary management with at least 2 years as Executive Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or multi-outlet restaurant

Knowledge Skills & Abilities  
    Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques food preparation and kitchen operations
    Strong leadership and team management skills including training and mentoring staff
    Ability to develop and execute creative high-quality menus while maintaining cost control
    Proficiency in food safety sanitation regulations and HACCP standards
    Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently
    Experience in inventory management ordering and vendor relations
    Ability to monitor food and labor costs while optimizing kitchen efficiency
    Excellent problem-solving skills to address kitchen challenges and service issues
    Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with other departments
    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-pressure kitchen environment
    Experience with banquet and event catering ensuring seamless execution
    Knowledge of kitchen equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management software
    Ability to adapt to changing menus dietary restrictions and guest preferences
    Passion for culinary innovation and staying updated on industry trends

Additional Information :

Work Environment & Physical Demands
    Ability to reach crouch kneel stand walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
    Regularly work in wet hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
    Must be able to occasionally lift push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position but no more than 50)

Job Benefits 
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  
   Health Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
   Flexible Spending Account Programs
   Life Insurance Programs
   Paid Time Off Programs
   Paid Leave Programs
   401(k) Savings Plan
   Employee Ski Pass 
   Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One Aspen Snowmass Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process please contact Human Resources at .         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One inclusion equity and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected valued and empowered and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time