Executive Chef

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel
Westerville, OH

Description

Location: Westerville, OH

Brand: Renaissance Hotels | Concord Hospitality

Are you ready to lead the culinary heartbeat of the #1 Renaissance Hotel in the country? Renaissance Westerville Hotel is seeking a visionary Executive Chef to craft unforgettable dining experiences that delight guests and set new standards of excellence. This is your opportunity to bring creativity, leadership, and passion to a property celebrated for its innovation and hospitality.

As Executive Chef, you won’t just run a kitchen—you’ll shape the culinary identity of our hotel. From designing trend-forward menus to orchestrating flawless banquets, you’ll lead a talented team in delivering bold flavors and impeccable presentation. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and love inspiring others, this is your stage.

• Lead & Inspire: Oversee all kitchen operations, including restaurant service, banquets, and culinary team performance.
• Create Culinary Artistry: Develop innovative menus that reflect market trends and elevate guest experiences.
• Drive Excellence: Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes that wow every time.
• Manage Smart: Control food and labor costs, optimize budgets, and maintain profitability without compromising quality.
• Build Talent: Hire, train, and mentor a dynamic culinary team, fostering growth and a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate: Partner with F&B and hotel leadership to align culinary vision with guest expectations and brand standards.
• Engage Guests: Respond to feedback and lead initiatives that make dining memorable.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Maintain health and safety standards across all operations.

• Experience: 6+ years in culinary leadership within hospitality or high-volume settings.
• Education: Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management degree preferred.
• Skills: Strong leadership, cost control expertise, and a passion for innovation.
• Personality: A hands-on leader who thrives on teamwork and guest satisfaction.

• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted hotel stays across Concord-managed properties
• Career growth opportunities within a thriving hospitality portfolio

At Concord Hospitality, we live by five cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN! We invest in our associates through training, development, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job—you’re building a career with a company that believes in “We Are Concord!”

Ready to lead the culinary revolution at Renaissance Westerville? Apply today and bring your passion to the table!

Qualifications

Culinary Leadership within Hospitality or high-volume settings

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well (Required)
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group (Required)
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them (Required)
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity (Preferred)

Motivations

• Preferred

  Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

• Preferred

  Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

• Preferred

  Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

• Preferred

  Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Experience

• Required

  6 years:

  Culinary Leadership within Hospitality or high-volume settings

Equal Opportunity Employer

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