Executive Chef - Luxury Hotel

Full Time
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Title: Executive Chef

Location: Aspen, CO


A premier, luxury hospitality group is seeking an exceptional and visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at one of Aspen’s most iconic and culturally significant properties. This is a rare opportunity to shape the next chapter of a storied destination where history, community, and contemporary hospitality converge.


This role is ideal for a chef with a distinct creative voice, refined technical foundation, and the leadership presence to inspire teams, engage guests, and operate at the highest level of the industry. The Executive Chef will oversee a multi-outlet culinary program and serve as a key ambassador for the property within Aspen’s vibrant dining and cultural landscape.


What You’ll Do

Culinary Vision & Execution

  • Define and evolve a cohesive culinary identity rooted in seasonality, locality, and refined yet approachable execution
  • Oversee multiple dining outlets, private dining, and in-room culinary experiences
  • Balance creativity with consistency, ensuring menus are both innovative and operationally sound

Leadership & Team Development

  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing culinary team
  • Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous development
  • Set clear standards while encouraging creativity and ownership at all levels

Operations & Financial Performance

  • Lead all culinary operations with a strong business mindset
  • Drive menu engineering, sourcing strategy, labor management, and cost controls
  • Partner cross-functionally with Food & Beverage, Events, and Rooms teams to ensure seamless execution

Guest Experience & Brand Presence

  • Serve as a visible culinary leader, engaging with guests, media, and community partners
  • Collaborate with marketing and PR teams to support storytelling, programming, and brand positioning
  • Contribute meaningfully to the local dining scene and broader cultural community


What We’re Looking For

  • 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including prior Executive Chef roles in luxury hotels, destination restaurants, or private clubs
  • Proven success overseeing multi-outlet or complex dining operations doing $20M in revenues
  • Strong foundation in classical technique with a modern, ingredient-driven approach
  • Demonstrated ability to build, develop, and retain high-performing teams
  • Solid financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and operational systems
  • Polished communicator with the ability to represent a brand at a high level
  • A grounded, hospitality-first mindset with an appreciation for community and guest connection


Why This Role

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead the culinary program of a landmark destination in one of the most dynamic hospitality markets in North America. The role offers the ability to make a lasting impact—both within the property and across the broader culinary landscape.


Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Eligible for 30% performance bonus
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Significant PTO
  • Employee travel and dining privileges


Job Information

Offered Salary
165k/year - 180k/year