Executive Chef

Additional Information

Job Number 26131398

Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location 300 Brae Boulevard, Park Ridge NJ 07656, United States VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=300%20Brae%20Boulevard%2C%20Park%20Ridge%20NJ%2007656%2C%20United%20States)

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $100,000 - $110,000 annually

Expiration Date: 11/23/2026

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Spire Hospitality The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Essential Job Functions:

• Champion the culinary vision by designing innovative, seasonal menus – blending creativity, regional flavors, and guest feedback into unforgettable dining experiences.

• Lead from the line with a hands-on approach: inspire, train, and mentor a high-performing culinary team while upholding impeccable quality, safety, and productivity standards.

• Be the face of the kitchen by “touching tables” during service – building genuine connections with guests, elevating service, and ensuring every dish reflects your culinary passion.

• Drive excellence in execution through active oversight of production flow, staff performance and real-time coaching to maintain consistency and elevate presentation.

• Curate special moments by crafting specialty menus for VIP events, banquets, tastings, and unique culinary activations that showcase creativity and elevate the hotel’s brand.

• Protect the heart of the house by ensuring top-tier food safety, managing inventory with precision, and collaborating with Food & Beverage leadership to support strategic goals and budget alignment.

• Must be front of house facing while also managing and directing the success of the kitchen and food quality

Physical Demands:

• This position is an indoor role (75%+) with frequent standing and walking.

• Finger and hand dexterity to operate food machinery and utensils.

• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move goods weighing up a maximum of 400 lbs.

Qualifications:

• Must have prior experience as an Executive Chef with knowledge of most international and domestic dishes.

• Combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the role.

• Minimum of three (3) years of culinary schooling.

• Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates.

• CPR / First Aid training preferred.

• Flexibility to workdays, nights, weekends and holidays as necessary for business demand.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of: medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, Earned Wage Access to get paid before payday, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, 401K, life, critical accident, critical illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more!

Salary of $100,000 - $110,000 annually plus potential bonus

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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