Executive Chef

Atrium Hospitality • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Atrium SPIRIT is a belief in the power of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork to create an environment where everyone thrives. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional guest experiences, work together to overcome challenges, and are passionate about positively impacting those around us.

This role involves leading, training, and inspiring a results-driven culinary team, delivering memorable guest experiences by continuously improving food quality, presentation, and service. The Executive Chef will optimize labor costs and productivity through effective scheduling and cross-training, oversee kitchen operations for a la carte and catering, and drive food cost control by enforcing portioning, inventory rotation, receiving standards, and waste reduction. Collaboration with F&B, sales, and events teams to create menus that enhance both the guest experience and brand concept is also a key aspect of this position.

Requirements

• 4+ years of culinary leadership in a hotel setting
• Proven leadership and technical culinary skills
• Strong cost control and analytical know-how
• Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and cloud-based apps
• Flexible and committed – Early mornings or weekend banquets? You're there to make it happen.

Nice To Haves

• Executive Chef certification or culinary degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and inspire a results-driven culinary team that lives Atrium’s Core Values every day.
• Deliver memorable guest experiences by continuously improving food quality, presentation, and service.
• Optimize labor costs and productivity through effective scheduling and cross-training.
• Oversee kitchen operations for a la carte and catering—ensuring consistent quality and execution.
• Drive food cost control by enforcing portioning, inventory rotation, receiving standards, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with F&B, sales, and events teams to create menus that enhance both the guest experience and brand concept.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid Time Off & Vacation
• Exclusive Atrium Traveler and brand discount programs
• DailyPay
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exclusive discounts on your favorite brands and services
• Make a difference through Atrium’s community service and volunteer programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees