Dorchester Collection
We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as an Executive Chef you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You’ll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story
What you'll get As an Executive Chef at Hotel Bel-Air, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:
Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
Pension/401k Plan
Sick Time
PTO Structure
Free Meals on Duty
Uniform provided with complimentary laundry included
Exclusive Access to a discount platform featuring 1000s of retailers
Hotel Benefits – Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 9 Dorchester Collection hotels (stay once a year at each hotel). Additional discounted rates available.
50% off at restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels
As the Executive Chef at Hotel Bel-Air, your compensation will range between $170,000 - $180,000 annual salary and up to 30% your base salary in management incentive.
What you'll do You’ll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:
You will be responsible for overseeing the development and mentorship of the culinary leadership team and department to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
Innovates and creates activation experiences throughout the property.
Have a high level presence in the kitchen that drives teamwork and consistency.
In alignment with our culinary vision, sustains and creates a robust wine and beverage program with the Food & Beverage Director.
Partners and maintain close relationships with local purveyors, including farms, fish mongers and specialty purveyors.
Drives guest engagement experience throughout all outlets and seeks to understand the guest perspective.
Supports the emotional connections our guests have with HBA through our culinary vision.
Has experience taking ideas from concept to real life and understands the process required to execute a creative vision (cost, timing, internal/external feedback).
Runs a highly successful and pressurized operation while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and budgetary controls.
Owns human capital management including learning and development, leadership reviews, coaching and mentoring.
Owns the hotel’s program that delivers incredible culinary experiences to entice repeat business and recognize valuable guests.
Acts on initiatives directed by DC global guest loyalty & recognition leaders and DC global F&B consultant.
Focuses on insights from guest feedback in menu engineering.
Enables guest-centric recognition by supporting GRC creative planning initiatives.
Creates menus, concepts and experiences aligned with organizational values, targeting key demographics and delivering positive financial results.
Balances creativity with budget and deadlines while supporting the development of the culinary management team.
Ensures financial goals are met and capital expenditures support guest-focused initiatives and team operations.
Focuses on menu engineering and design for future target deadlines. Attends Senior Leadership Executive meetings as a Senior Leader.
Instills confidence with catering and banquet leadership through active participation in events planning.
Leverages HBA brand and chef relationships to create signature events.
Creates and drives our Wellness Program with the Director of Spa.
Partners with Sales & Marketing to create communication plans for activations.
What you'll bring
You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team.
You have a high degree of creativity and pulse on industry trends. You are willing and capable of developing the culinary vision and able to communicate and execute ideas. You are compassionate and kind and can coach and lead your team inclusively for high engagement and performance.
Strong communication skills with a customer service mindset.
English is the primary language used in our hotel.
Bachelor’s degree in hotel or restaurant management.
Previous experience at a luxury hotel as an Executive Chef is preferred.
High-volume events experience.
Manage a team of 50+ employees and a leadership team of 5+.
Understanding and ability to operate hospitality systems – purchase management, guest experience metrics, Microsoft Office, etc.
Job Location USA
Our Commitment We are not just a collection of hotels, but a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. Diversity and Inclusion are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. We strive to build a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations during the interview process.
EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act.
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What you'll get As an Executive Chef at Hotel Bel-Air, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:
Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
Pension/401k Plan
Sick Time
PTO Structure
Free Meals on Duty
Uniform provided with complimentary laundry included
Exclusive Access to a discount platform featuring 1000s of retailers
Hotel Benefits – Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 9 Dorchester Collection hotels (stay once a year at each hotel). Additional discounted rates available.
50% off at restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels
As the Executive Chef at Hotel Bel-Air, your compensation will range between $170,000 - $180,000 annual salary and up to 30% your base salary in management incentive.
What you'll do You’ll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:
You will be responsible for overseeing the development and mentorship of the culinary leadership team and department to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
Innovates and creates activation experiences throughout the property.
Have a high level presence in the kitchen that drives teamwork and consistency.
In alignment with our culinary vision, sustains and creates a robust wine and beverage program with the Food & Beverage Director.
Partners and maintain close relationships with local purveyors, including farms, fish mongers and specialty purveyors.
Drives guest engagement experience throughout all outlets and seeks to understand the guest perspective.
Supports the emotional connections our guests have with HBA through our culinary vision.
Has experience taking ideas from concept to real life and understands the process required to execute a creative vision (cost, timing, internal/external feedback).
Runs a highly successful and pressurized operation while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and budgetary controls.
Owns human capital management including learning and development, leadership reviews, coaching and mentoring.
Owns the hotel’s program that delivers incredible culinary experiences to entice repeat business and recognize valuable guests.
Acts on initiatives directed by DC global guest loyalty & recognition leaders and DC global F&B consultant.
Focuses on insights from guest feedback in menu engineering.
Enables guest-centric recognition by supporting GRC creative planning initiatives.
Creates menus, concepts and experiences aligned with organizational values, targeting key demographics and delivering positive financial results.
Balances creativity with budget and deadlines while supporting the development of the culinary management team.
Ensures financial goals are met and capital expenditures support guest-focused initiatives and team operations.
Focuses on menu engineering and design for future target deadlines. Attends Senior Leadership Executive meetings as a Senior Leader.
Instills confidence with catering and banquet leadership through active participation in events planning.
Leverages HBA brand and chef relationships to create signature events.
Creates and drives our Wellness Program with the Director of Spa.
Partners with Sales & Marketing to create communication plans for activations.
What you'll bring
You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team.
You have a high degree of creativity and pulse on industry trends. You are willing and capable of developing the culinary vision and able to communicate and execute ideas. You are compassionate and kind and can coach and lead your team inclusively for high engagement and performance.
Strong communication skills with a customer service mindset.
English is the primary language used in our hotel.
Bachelor’s degree in hotel or restaurant management.
Previous experience at a luxury hotel as an Executive Chef is preferred.
High-volume events experience.
Manage a team of 50+ employees and a leadership team of 5+.
Understanding and ability to operate hospitality systems – purchase management, guest experience metrics, Microsoft Office, etc.
Job Location USA
Our Commitment We are not just a collection of hotels, but a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. Diversity and Inclusion are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. We strive to build a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations during the interview process.
EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act.
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