Executive Chef | Multi-Concept Luxury Dining (Italian & Japanese Focus) | Hotel/Club Setting

Restaurant Zone Recruiting
New York, NY

Position Overview


A premier hotel/club hospitality environment with multi-concept dining operations is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead and oversee all culinary operations across a diverse portfolio.

With approximately $25M in annual food and beverage revenue, this role requires a seasoned culinary leader capable of managing large teams, multiple outlets, and high-volume, high-quality execution.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Italian and Japanese cuisine, along with experience in luxury hotels, private clubs, or similarly complex hospitality environments.


Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

Oversee all kitchen operations across multiple dining concepts and service styles

Lead, mentor, and develop a large, multi-unit culinary team

Establish and maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation


Operational Excellence

Manage high-volume production while maintaining elevated culinary standards

Ensure efficient kitchen operations, staffing, and workflow across all outlets

Implement and uphold standardized recipes, procedures, and quality controls


Financial Management

Oversee food cost, labor cost, and overall kitchen P&L performance

Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost-control strategies

Drive profitability while maintaining quality and guest satisfaction


Menu Development & Innovation

Collaborate with leadership on menu creation across Italian and Japanese concepts

Ensure menus are seasonally relevant, innovative, and aligned with brand standards

Balance creativity with operational feasibility and cost efficiency


Team Development

Recruit, train, and retain top culinary talent

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Provide coaching and performance management for all kitchen leaders


Collaboration

Partner closely with the Food & Beverage Director and front-of-house leadership

Align culinary execution with overall guest experience and service standards

Support special events, banquets, and high-profile functions


Qualifications

Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a hotel, resort, or private club environment

Strong background in Italian and Japanese cuisine

Experience overseeing multi-outlet or multi-concept culinary operations

Demonstrated success managing high-volume kitchens and large teams

Strong financial acumen including food cost control and labor management

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills


Preferred Experience

Luxury hospitality or upscale club environment

Experience with banquet and event operations

Background managing complex, high-revenue F&B programs


What We’re Looking For

A hands-on, strategic culinary leader

A team builder who can lead large, diverse kitchen teams

A chef who balances creativity with operational discipline

A professional comfortable in high-volume, high-expectation environments


Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to lead culinary operations for a high-revenue, multi-concept hospitality program, ideal for a seasoned Executive Chef looking to make a significant impact at scale.

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