Executive Restaurant Chef - The Kimpton Cotton

The Cottonwood Hotel • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel is seeking a creative and dynamic Executive Restaurant Chef with a proven track record of inspiring teams and delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role oversees all culinary operations across distinctive outlets, leading menu innovation, maintaining high food quality standards, and creating unforgettable guest moments. The position offers a unique opportunity to showcase talent in a beautiful, upscale environment and shape the culinary vision for multiple concepts, including Committee Chophouse, The Orleans Room, and the seasonal Pool Club Food Truck. This role is ideal for a chef who thrives on creativity, leadership, and bringing bold culinary ideas to life.

Requirements

• 4+ years kitchen management experience
• 5+ years cooking experience
• Good working knowledge of sanitation standards and proper preparation and presentation of F&B
• Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other Team Members
• Proven ability to effectively lead and train a diverse workforce
• Willingness to set a high standard in the kitchen through leading by example
• 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

Nice To Haves

• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations across distinctive outlets.
• Lead menu innovation.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality.
• Create unforgettable moments for every guest.
• Shape the culinary vision for multiple concepts throughout the property.
• Lead and train a diverse workforce.
• Set a high standard in the kitchen through leading by example.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree