Executive Chef

Hotel Property Overview:

Our property is just a short drive from the world-famous Mall of America. Some of our features include a full-service, modern American restaurant concept with creatively crafted food and beverage offerings with a Minnesota twist. Additional amenities include our indoor heated junior Olympic-sized pool, whirlpool, and 24-hour fitness center.

Executive Chef, A warm kitchen. A creative menu. A team you're proud to lead. Welcome to Our Kitchen.

Just minutes from the Mall of America, our hotel features a full-service, modern American restaurant that puts a Minnesota twist on thoughtfully crafted food and beverages. Great hospitality starts behind the scenes, with people who care about quality, creativity, and one another.

We encourage a culture where creativity thrives-giving our culinary leaders and team members the space to express their craft, experiment with new ideas, and bring authentic inspiration to the dining experience.

About the Role:

This is a hands-on, guest-facing Executive Chef position for someone who thrives in the action-leading from the line, connecting with guests, and setting up the tone for a positive, professional kitchen culture.

You'll have the creative freedom to shape seasonal menus, the responsibility to manage food costs and execution, and the support of a hospitality company that values balance and long-term growth. This position offers a $5,000 retention bonus paid over 18 months of employment.

Company Overview:

At SPIRE Hospitality, we create environments where culinary leaders can do what they do best: cook with purpose, lead with heart, and build teams that last. We're currently looking for an Executive Chef who's ready to bring their voice to the menu, their presence to the dining room, and their leadership to the kitchen.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of: medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, Earned Wage Access to get paid before payday, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, 401K, life, critical accident, critical illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, excellent hotel discounts and much more!

Essential Job Functions:

• Champion the culinary vision by designing innovative, seasonal menus - blending creativity, regional flavors, and guest feedback into unforgettable dining experiences. This role offers a creative outlet for a chef seeking to leave their signature on a distinctive restaurant concept.
• Lead from the line with a hands-on approach: inspire, train, and mentor a high-performing culinary team while upholding impeccable quality, safety, and productivity standards.
• Be the face of the kitchen by "touching tables" during service - building genuine connections with guests, elevating service, and ensuring every dish reflects your culinary passion.
• Drive excellence in execution through active oversight of production flow, staff performance, and real-time coaching to maintain consistency and elevate presentation.
• Curate special moments by crafting specialty menus for VIP events, banquets, tastings, and unique culinary activations that showcase creativity and elevate the hotel's brand.
• Protect the heart of the house by ensuring top-tier food safety, managing inventory with precision, and collaborating with Food & Beverage leadership to support strategic goals and budget alignment.
• Contribute to a positive work environment that values teamwork, respect, and balanced scheduling-helping support healthy work-life harmony for yourself and the culinary team.

Hotel Specific:

• Salary of $75,000 - $85,000 annually plus potential bonus
• Must be front of house facing while also managing and directing the success of the kitchen and food quality

Physical Demands:

• This position is an indoor role (75%+) with frequent standing and walking.
• Finger and hand dexterity to operate food machinery and utensils.
• Ability to grasp, lift, and/or carry, or otherwise move goods weighing up to a maximum of 40 lbs.

Qualifications:

Must have prior experience as an Executive Chef with knowledge of most international and domestic dishes.

• Combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the role.
• Minimum of three (3) years of culinary schooling.
• Ability to obtain any government-required licenses or certificates.
• CPR / First Aid training preferred.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary for business demand-balanced with a supportive environment that encourages healthy time management and sustainable leadership.

Spire Hospitality, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.