Executive Chef

Westgate Resorts • Kissimmee, FL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Chef is responsible for providing overall culinary leadership for a multi-outlet resort and other property locations, ensuring consistent, high-quality food production across diverse kitchens and dining concepts. This role oversees menu development, food quality standards, kitchen operations, staff development, financial performance, and compliance with all health and safety regulations. The Executive Chef partners closely with Food & Beverage leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain strong cost controls, and uphold the resort’s brand, culinary identity, and service vision. This position manages all kitchen and culinary staff, ensuring cohesive operations across all outlets, banquets, and special events.

Requirements

• 7 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in resorts, hotels, or multi-outlet restaurants
• Experience managing high-volume food operations, banquets, and events.
• Previous budget, P&L, and team leadership responsibilities required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in timeshare, hospitality, or vacation ownership properties strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations across outlets, banquets, and catering, ensuring alignment with quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction standards.
• Lead menu development and engineering, conducting regular sales analysis and cost evaluations to drive profitability.
• Collaborate with outlet managers to ensure seamless kitchen and service coordination.
• Implement and uphold departmental action plans, standard operating procedures, and contingency plans.
• Attend departmental and leadership meetings to align on resort and culinary initiatives.
• Comply with all CFI policies and procedures and represent Westgate Resorts in a professional manner through appearance, dress, and behavior at all times.
• Participate in company budgeting, forecasting, and departmental goal-setting initiatives.
• Manage labor costs and kitchen staffing, creating and approving schedules to ensure operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Analyze and approve invoices, requisitions, and food purchasing activities in line with budget and quality expectations.
• Ensure compliance with beverage and food cost control procedures.
• Maintain accurate recipes, inventory controls, ordering procedures, and standardized operating manuals for all kitchen operations.
• Conduct performance evaluations, deliver training programs, and provide coaching and corrective action in accordance with company policies.
• Support and reinforce team recognition and reward programs that promote engagement and high performance.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards through routine inspections and adherence to company and government regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate food preparation methods, presentation, and portion control to maintain consistency and guest satisfaction.
• Provide exceptional guest service by addressing concerns and managing special requests or dietary needs with urgency and professionalism.
• Assist with hands-on cooking and food production during peak times or events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents After 1 Year of Service
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed