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Executive Chef

Alila Napa Valley
American Canyon, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

At Alila Hotels, a Hyatt Hotels brand, our guests select our luxury resorts because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing elegant service and meaningful, surprisingly different experiences. Alila Napa Valley is searching for an Executive Chef who supports a culinary culture embracing elegant presentation and superlative service at our resort, including Violetto restaurant, Salvia Terrace & Bar, Event Catering, and in Room Dining. Violetto pays homage to the history of the Napa Valley region and the Italian-French influence on our viniculture and cuisine. As a member of the Resorts Executive Committee, the Executive Chef is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate Leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager. Hyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands exceptional performance and reap rewarding benefits. Hyatt supports internal career opportunities, job enrichment and a caring work environment. If you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you The salary range for this position is $97,800.00 and $151,400.00. Alila Napa Valley reasonably expects to pay $100,000.00 - $130,000.000 annually for this position. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors including experience and education. Job responsibilities may include but are not limited to : Develop and implement the culinary vision for the organization, including menu development, recipe creation, and food presentation Train and manage a team of cooks and kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with all Hyatt and State safety and sanitation regulations Oversee food preparation and cooking activities to ensure quality and consistency of dishes Development and implementation of best practices systems for cost control and food quality standards. Stay up-to-date on trends in the culinary industry and incorporate them into menu planning Coordinate food production schedules to meet demands, considering factors such as events, holidays, and special occasions Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed, keeping within budget constraints, to include monthly inventories Provide direction to purchasing & receiving department Work with suppliers to negotiate contracts and secure the best possible prices for ingredients and other necessary supplies. Develop cost-effective methods for reducing waste and maximizing efficiency Evaluate new products and equipment to determine if they will improve operations Conduct regular research and develop relationships with local farmers and purveyors of sustainable and organic foods Implement New Hire Training and Onboarding for all BOH colleagues Monitor food costs and inventory levels to ensure that the restaurant or hotel is meeting profit goals Ensure that food preparation meets health codes and standards by conducting regular inspections of the kitchen facilities, storage areas, and equipment used in the preparation process Develop menus for special events held at the restaurant or hotel such as weddings or corporate dinners Create new dishes or adapting existing dishes based on seasonal ingredients or customer requests Maintain current recipe cards, food descriptions and costing for all menus. Oversee employee cafeteria, with high standards. Validate and approve weekly schedules per Hyatt standards Minimum of 5 years in Culinary Leadership role preferred Previous experience as an Executive Chef at a luxury hotel or established restaurant preferred Experience in a Michelin recognized restaurant preferred Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills Ideal applicant should have strong organizational skills, ability to work with flexible work schedule, be a team player and a dynamic leader with demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000

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