Executive Chef - Los Angeles, CA

Hotel Bel-Air is a prestigious luxury hotel nestled in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, known for its timeless elegance, exceptional service, and unparalleled dining experiences. As part of the renowned Dorchester Collection, Hotel Bel-Air offers guests a unique blend of privacy, sophistication, and immersive natural beauty. The hotel prides itself on its commitment to excellence and fostering a work culture that values creativity, teamwork, and continuous learning. With a dedication to delivering impeccable service and memorable moments, Hotel Bel-Air is a distinguished destination for discerning travelers and culinary enthusiasts alike. As an Executive Chef at Hotel Bel-Air, you will embark on an inspiring career journey in one of the most respected hotels in the hospitality industry. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $170,000 to $180,000, with an additional management incentive of up to 30% of the base salary. Your role as Executive Chef is pivotal in upholding the hotel’s reputation for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. You will lead the culinary team with passion and precision, ensuring that every dish served reflects the highest standards of quality and creativity. The role requires a dynamic leader who can balance innovation with operational efficiency, driving a culture of excellence within the kitchen and across all food and beverage outlets. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and mentorship of the culinary leadership team, fostering an environment that encourages growth and excellence. You will innovate and create culinary activation experiences that align with the hotel’s vision while maintaining a robust wine and beverage program in partnership with the Food & Beverage Director. Managing relationships with local purveyors, including farms and specialty vendors, is a key component of ensuring the freshest, highest quality ingredients are used consistently. The position demands a hands-on approach with a high-level presence in the kitchen, promoting teamwork, consistency, and a guest-centric mindset. As Executive Chef, you will be instrumental in crafting menus, approving concepts, and delivering culinary experiences that resonate with Hotel Bel-Air’s luxury brand and target demographics. Your expertise will also extend to managing budgets, project deadlines, and capital expenditures, ensuring financial goals are met without compromising quality. You will actively engage in senior leadership meetings, supporting broader business initiatives and collaborating with sales and marketing teams to enhance guest engagement through signature culinary events. Hotel Bel-Air offers an impressive benefits package to its Executive Chef, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a pension or 401k plan, paid sick time, and a structured paid time off system. Additional perks include free meals while on duty, provided uniforms with complimentary laundry, and exclusive access to a discount platform featuring thousands of retailers. Employees also enjoy hotel benefits such as complimentary stays with breakfast at all nine Dorchester Collection hotels, special discounted rates, 50% off at hotel restaurants, and more. This position is not only a career opportunity to lead a premier culinary team but also a chance to be part of a legendary brand celebrated worldwide.

• Bachelor's degree in hotel or restaurant management
• Previous executive chef experience in luxury hotels preferred
• Experience in high volume events
• Proven leadership managing teams of 50+ and leadership teams of 5+
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in English
• Familiarity with hospitality systems including purchase management and guest experience metrics
• Ability to manage budgets and financial goals
• Skilled in menu engineering and concept development
• Capable of mentoring and coaching culinary teams
• Experience working under pressure in culinary operations