Area Executive Chef at Makeready LLC

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

185000.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Vision Development, Team Leadership, Menu Design, Recipe Creation, Banquet Execution, Food Cost Control, Labor Expense Management, Inventory Management, Sanitation Compliance, Guest Interaction, Vendor Management, Trend Research, Back of House Control, Food Safety, Budgeting, Cost Control

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Clayton is a catalyst for community and connection. A local experience with a global perspective, constantly evolving the way we travel, gather, and live. Between our highly-anticipated events and Clayton collaborators bringing their individual brands of creativity to the Clayton experience, you’re always in good company here. The ultimate 'non-hotel,’ Halcyon’s 154-rooms blur the lines between hotel and gracious home with considered comfort, attention to detail and an impressive art collection. Adding to a level of thoughtful prestige is our proud accomplishment of being named Denver’s only AAA 4-Diamond independent hotel in 2023, as well as being named one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work.” This individual is passionate and cares deeply about the connections that can come from a great conversation and a shared meal. The primary role of this position is to align the culinary team to achieve the collective goal of excellence in all aspects of F&B. In addition to the creation of a restaurant's menu and identity, the Area Executive Chef will develop and mentor a unified team of hospitalitarians. From recipe development to execution, they take the lead and ensure that food is prepared properly, safely, and with a high degree of detail and excellence. You will be “the chief” and maintain complete control of the back of house, kitchen operations, and work closely with the F&B GM to ensure an impeccable guest experience. Requested Tasks * Develop and implement a cohesive culinary vision that aligns with the property’s brand, ensuring all menu items reflect quality and creativity for both restaurant and banquet services * Mentor, inspire, and lead the culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration * Design seasonal menus for both restaurant and banquet functions, incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends to enhance guest experiences * Create and refine recipes to ensure consistency and quality across all culinary offerings, encouraging creativity and innovation within the team * Oversee the planning and execution of all banquet services, ensuring timely delivery, high quality, and exceptional presentation of food for events * Oversee food costs, labor expenses, and inventory management, implementing strategies to maximize profitability without compromising quality * Conduct regular kitchen audits, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards while maintaining high culinary quality * Work closely with the management team to promote culinary offerings and participate in marketing initiatives and special events * Manage staff schedules, conduct performance reviews, and maintain documentation related to kitchen operations and food safety compliance * As needed, meet with guests while being professional, personable and courteous * Work directly with food vendors as needed * Stay current on developing trends in the industry * Adhere to cleanliness and safety guidelines * Adhere to Makeready's Guiding Principles * Additional duties and assignments as assigned Requested Capabilities * Extensive experience as an Executive Chef in a hotel setting * Strong knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques * Proven track record of successful team leadership and management * Exceptional creativity and passion for culinary arts * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Strong business acumen with experience in budgeting and cost control * A keen eye for detail related to food preparation and presentation * Excellent food handling skills * An innovative and thoughtful culinary nature * Ability to research emerging food trends and develop them according to concept * Required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle/feel/work with objects & tools * Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds related to inventory * Must be able to adeptly smell and taste food and beverages to judge quality * Adhere to Makeready & property policies and procedures as defined As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority. We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively. Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance. Job Close Date 4/14/2026 or until filled

Responsibilities

The primary role is to align the culinary team to achieve excellence in all aspects of Food & Beverage, leading recipe development, execution, and ensuring food is prepared properly, safely, and with high detail. This individual will maintain complete control of the back of house and kitchen operations while collaborating with the F&B General Manager for an impeccable guest experience.