Executive Chef

Lona, which will located in the Noelle, is a dynamic modern Mexican restaurant brought to life by the creative collaboration of renowned chefs Richard Sandoval and Pablo Salas. Lona aims to redefine the Mexican dining experience by combining traditional flavors with contemporary techniques and artistic presentation.Noelle serves as a gathering place for some of the city's most interesting voices and makers as it continues to contribute to the spirit that makes it so unique.The Executive Chef will act as the culinary leader responsible for creating and maintaining the highest standards of cuisine, including oversight of all banquet operations. This role involves strategic oversight of kitchen operations, innovation in menu development, and administrative management to ensure the overall success of culinary operations.Requested TasksDevelop and implement a cohesive culinary vision that aligns with the property’s brand, ensuring all menu items reflect quality and creativity for both restaurant and banquet servicesMentor, inspire, and lead the culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaborationDesign seasonal menus for both restaurant and banquet functions, incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends to enhance guest experiencesCreate and refine recipes to ensure consistency and quality across all culinary offerings, encouraging creativity and innovation within the teamOversee the planning and execution of all banquet services, ensuring timely delivery, high quality, and exceptional presentation of food for eventsOversee food costs, labor expenses, and inventory management, implementing strategies to maximize profitability without compromising qualityConduct regular kitchen audits, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards while maintaining high culinary qualityWork closely with the management team to promote culinary offerings and participate in marketing initiatives and special eventsManage staff schedules, conduct performance reviews, and maintain documentation related to kitchen operations and food safety compliance. As needed, meet with guests while being professional, personable and courteousWork directly with food vendors as neededStay current on developing trends in the industryAdhere to cleanliness and safety guidelinesAdhere to Makeready's Guiding PrinciplesAdditional duties and assignments as assignedRequested CapabilitiesExtensive experience as an Executive Chef in a hotel settingStrong knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniquesProven track record of successful team leadership and managementExceptional creativity and passion for culinary artsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong business acumen with experience in budgeting and cost controlA keen eye for detail related to food preparation and presentationExcellent food handling skillsAn innovative and thoughtful culinary natureAbility to research emerging food trends and develop them according to conceptRequired to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle/feel/work with objects & toolsMust be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds related to inventoryMust be able to adeptly smell and taste food and beverages to judge qualityAdhere to Makeready & property policies and procedures as definedAs part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.