Culinary Director | Exciting Opening | Miami

Job Description – Executive Chef

Position: Executive Chef (Path to Culinary Director)

Location: Miami, FL – Design District

Compensation: $130K – $140K + Profit Sharing + Benefits

About the Role

A highly anticipated luxury hotel rebrand in Miami’s vibrant Design District is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision for a multi-outlet hospitality program. This is a hands-on, leadership-driven role responsible for overseeing menu development, operational strategy, and team growth, with a clear path to transition into a Culinary Director position as the property evolves.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead culinary operations across 4–5 F&B outlets, 3 pools, and in-room dining
• Design and execute 10 diverse menus highlighting Mediterranean, Guatemalan, and coastal influences
• Oversee pre-opening initiatives including concept development, staffing, SOP creation, and vendor onboarding
• Establish centralized prep systems and streamlined workflows for operational efficiency
• Manage P&L performance, menu engineering, food cost controls, and forecasting
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of 6 salaried chefs and 20+ hourly BOH employees
• Partner closely with the F&B Director to deliver a seamless guest experience

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven track record in luxury hotels or resort-style operations
• Expertise in multi-outlet culinary programs and menu innovation
• Creative, globally inspired culinary perspective
• Tech-forward approach; experience with systems like Craftable a plus
• Operationally disciplined with strong financial and cost-management acumen
• Hands-on leader with the ability to mentor and inspire diverse teams

Why This Opportunity:

This is a rare chance to shape the culinary identity of one of Miami’s most exciting luxury hospitality concepts, working alongside a forward-thinking leadership team in an environment built for creativity, growth, and innovation.