Executive Chef

Required Skills

• Minimum 21 years of age
• 10+ years of culinary experience with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role such as Executive Chef or Sous Chef
• Current ServSafe Manager Certification
• Strong culinary skills across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
• Experience designing menus and leading a culinary program from concept to execution
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with food costing, inventory management, and ordering
• Ability to lead a culinary team with professionalism and composure
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods as required
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and peak-season schedules

General Responsibilities

Job will include but not be limited to the following:

• Lead all culinary operations at West Creek Ranch including menu planning, preparation, and execution of guest and associate meals
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency meet West Creek Ranch standards
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen associates while fostering a collaborative team culture
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Coordinate meals for retreats, events, cookouts, and private gatherings
• Collaborate with ranch leadership and hospitality teams to deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and food cost controls
• Support overall ranch operations by maintaining a positive, solutions-oriented approach to hospitality

Kitchen Operations

Menu Development

• Develop menus that reflect the ranch setting while accommodating dietary needs and retreat schedules
• Plan meals for multi-day retreats, special dinners, and ranch events
• Inventory and Purchasing
• Maintain kitchen inventory and manage ordering of food and supplies
• Build relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure consistent quality and service
• Food Safety
• Ensure compliance with all health department standards and food safety requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

Team Leadership

• Staff Development
• Train and mentor kitchen associates to maintain high culinary and hospitality standards
• Provide clear direction and constructive feedback to support team development
• Collaboration
• Work closely with ranch leadership and operations teams to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and accountability within the kitchen
• Collaborate with Executive Chefs at other properties across AMB West

Recruiting and Hiring

• Communicating with culinary applicants and conducting interviews
• Assist HR in overseeing associate onboarding process

Compensation

The salary package is competitive and includes health, vision, dental and life insurance, and up to a 6% 401(k) match.