Executive Chef

Charlestowne Hotels•Starkville, MS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Hotel Madelon, a 120 room Tribute Portfolio project at Mississippi State University is slated to open in mid-summer 2027. The hotel will anchor the new Crossroads District, a multi-phase development that includes residential housing, restaurants, retail, and entertainment venues. Hotel guests and local patrons will enjoy a full-service restaurant, an indoor/outdoor rooftop bar, a cafe & creamery and an exterior event plaza. Hotel Madelon and the Crossroads District will offer seamless pedestrian access connecting the campus and the Cotton District. The Executive Chef is to direct food ordering, preparation, production, and control for all food outlets and banquet facilities of the hotel.

Requirements

3 years’ experience as a Executive Chef, Exec Sous Chef or CDC, preferably with a full-service property
Management experience required
Graduate of an accredited Culinary School program preferred
Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality
Proficiency in Microsoft applications is required
Verifiable record improving measurable metrics relation to the Food Department and guest satisfaction
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
Excellent service & communication skills
Strong technical skills
Excellent time management skills
Strong organizational skills
Computer and telephone skills required
Excellent listening skills
Exceptional detail in follow-up
Excellent safety and sanitation skills
Creative problem solving skills
Basic mathematical skills required
Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Responsible for enhancing the food product that is presented to guests
Make changes that respond to the marketplace and to guests’ needs, both present and anticipated
Recommend changes to the food product
Use market research to develop new products
Responsible for maintaining quality of food product and ensuring consistency in food delivery and standards
Work in support of team goals and measures effectiveness through the Food & Beverage profit and service performance of the hotel
Responsible for the selection, training, and development of the personnel within the department
Able to exercise hire and fire discretion within the hotel's policies
Oversee divisional matters as they relate to federal, state and local employment and civil rights laws
Control the elements that determine profit and loss
Responsible for all major operating expenses
Set margins and manage the business against projections
Participate, support and make recommendations for ongoing hotel programs with continuous improvement in networking
Professionally represent the hotel in community and industry organizations and events
Participate as a team player with all departments
Provide constructive feedback to all departments
Be a leader and a role model to all employees