Executive Chef, The Driskill Hotel

MML Hospitality • Austin, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

MML Hospitality is seeking a dynamic and passionate Executive Chef to lead our teams at the Driskill Hotel. This individual will be responsible for the culinary vision, overall food quality and service, financial performance, and the leadership and development of the back-of-house team for the Hotel.

Requirements

• Passion for Hospitality: Genuine enthusiasm for delivering extraordinary guest experiences.
• Leadership: Proven success leading and inspiring culinary teams in high-end or boutique dining.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and cross-departmental communication skills.
• Financial Acumen: Ability to manage budgets, food and labor costs, and financial performance.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of progressive culinary leadership, preferably in upscale or fine dining restaurants.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field preferred.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English required; fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Schedule & Hours: Full-time, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment for extended periods.
• Regularly required to talk, hear, reach, and handle tools and equipment.
• Must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to heat, cold, and steam in a kitchen environment.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field preferred.
• Language Skills: fluency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute the restaurant’s culinary identity.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and excellence.
• Uphold the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a professional and collaborative culture.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and food cost controls to maximize profitability.
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Promote continuous learning, innovation, and professional development within the culinary team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Employee dining and retail discounts across all MML Hospitality properties
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Opportunity to be part of one of Austin’s most iconic hotels and a rapidly growing hospitality group

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees