JobsUSAExecutive Chef
Company : Concord Hospitality
Location : Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Food Preparation & Service
Occupation : Executive Chef
Job Details
Executive Chef
Concord Hospitality is seeking a creative and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and elevate the dining experience across our hotel. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, visionary leader who excels in team development, food quality, cost management, and innovation in culinary operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all kitchen operations including main kitchen, banquet events, and culinary team performance.
- Create and execute innovative menus based on market trends and guest preferences.
- Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality, flavorful food.
- Develop and maintain food and labor cost controls; manage department operating budgets.
- Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate culinary staff, ensuring development and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and ensure culinary team is properly trained on equipment and recipes.
- Collaborate with F&B and hotel leadership to ensure alignment with guest expectations and operational goals.
- Partner with vendors to secure top-quality products at competitive pricing.
- Maintain all health and safety standards, including compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Lead guest engagement initiatives, responding to feedback and ensuring an outstanding dining experience.
- Contribute to strategic planning for long-term culinary excellence and profitability.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 6 years of culinary leadership experience in hospitality or high-volume environments.
- 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred.
- Proven ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced setting with a focus on quality and cost control.
- Strong understanding of food and labor cost management.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to foster a team-oriented environment focused on associate growth and guest satisfaction.
- Experience with menu development, kitchen safety, vendor management, and operational compliance.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
- 401(k) program with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
- Training & development opportunities
- Career advancement within our growing portfolio
Why Join Concord?
At Concord Hospitality, we invest deeply in our associates through training and development at all levels, from interns to executives. Our "Associate First" culture nurtures personal and professional growth within the workplace and beyond. We value work-life balance, diversity, and our commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and quality accommodations in every market we serve.
Concord Hospitality is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN! Our associates embody these values and proudly cheer our company motto heard across North America:
We Are Concord!
We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a "Great Place to Work for All."
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