Executive Chef

Executive ChefIndependent lifestyle hotel | Midwest | $120K$130K + 30% IncentiveDesign-led hotel. Local-sustainably focused. Backed by ownership committed to the culinary program.We're building the culinary identity of a high-profile, independent property coming out of a major reinvestment. The kitchen is dialed, the concept has traction, and this role owns the next chapter, restaurant, bar, and events. Includes a destination restaurant doing up to $10M annually.This is not a maintenance role. It's for a chef who wants to shape something, not inherit something.What stands outOwnership of the food program across multiple outletsRecently renovated, high-functioning kitchenOperator mindset expected, creativity without losing the numbersCollaborative environment with strong FOH and beverage leadershipCulture-first team, no tolerance for ego-driven kitchensWho fitsExecutive chef, CDC, or strong exec sous ready to step upHas led serious volume or multi-outlet complexityKnows how to balance creativity with cost, labor, and consistencyBuilds teams that stay, develops people, sets the toneU.S.-based, open to relocationComp + setup$120K$130K base~30% incentive potentialRelocation supportExcellent benefits and PTOThe brand has national credibility, but this property runs with independence. If you've ever said, "I want to take the culinary program to the next level," this is that platform.Confidential conversation to start.DSG fosters a professional, inclusive recruitment process designed to source candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences. This approach strengthens organizations by promoting innovation and broad perspectives. Final hiring decisions are made in partnership with, and at the discretion of, each client.