Executive Chef

Hyatt Hotels Corp
  • Monterey, CA
    20 days ago

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    Executive Chef

    Hyatt Regency

    Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course

    US - CA - Monterey

    Posted: Aug 18, 2026

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    Summary

    Overview:

    Are you a creative and dynamic Executive Chef looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an Executive Chef who is passionate about culinary excellence and has a track record of inspiring teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences. As our Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing our culinary operations, menu development, food quality, and ensuring our guests are wowed by every bite. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent and lead a team in a beautiful and upscale environment.

    Responsibilities:

    • Develop innovative menus.
    • Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and taste across all dining outlets.
    • Ensure flawless execution of all à la carte, banquet, catering, and daily dining experiences.
    • Direct all kitchen operations.
    • Establish and enforce standardized recipes, portion controls, and quality assurance procedures.
    • Monitor kitchen productivity, workflow, and operational efficiency.
    • Recruit, mentor, train, and develop high-performing culinary professionals.
    • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
    • Develop and manage departmental budgets.
    • Control food, labor, and operating costs while maintaining quality standards.
    • Manage purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and cost control initiatives.
    • Ensure exceptional guest satisfaction through outstanding culinary experiences.
    • Respond promptly and professionally to guest feedback.
    • Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership to create memorable dining events and promotions.
    • Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
    • Conduct regular inspections of kitchens and storage areas.

    Qualifications:

    • Culinary degree from an accredited institution preferred.
    • Minimum of 10 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
    • At least 5 years as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a similiar high and fast operation Hotel Property.
    • Experience managing multiple restaurants and high-volume banquet operations.
    • Strong knowledge of international cuisines, wine pairings, and luxury dining trends.
    • Proven success in menu development, food costing, and financial management.
    • Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 100 pounds.
    • Ability to work extended hours when business necessitates in humid and/or extreme temperatures

    Benefits:

    Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

    In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

    • Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
    • Dental & Vision Coverage
    • 24/7 Teledoc service
    • Free Maintenance Medications
    • Pet Insurance
    • Hotel Discounts
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
    • 401K Match

    Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

    EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

    Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.

    This position is at a location where Hyatt is not the employer. The employer of individuals working at this hotel may be a third-party management company that is responsible for all employment benefits and obligations at this location.

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    LocationMonterey, CA

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