Executive Chef

Lead a Culinary Program as Inspired as the Art Around It

The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton, is seeking an innovative, passionate, and results-driven Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations and elevate the dining experience for hotel guests, restaurant patrons, and event attendees.

This is a premier opportunity for a hospitality leader who excels in fine dining, upscale hotel operations, menu development, banquet execution, food cost management, culinary leadership, and guest experience. We are looking for a chef who combines creativity with operational excellence and has a proven ability to develop high-performing culinary teams.

Why Join The ART Hotel Denver?

• Competitive Executive-Level Salary
• Performance Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Hilton Team Member Travel Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Creative Culinary Environment
• Employee Recognition Programs

Position Summary

The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations including restaurant dining, banquet and catering services, special events, room service, menu development, food quality, kitchen sanitation, inventory management, labor controls, and team development.

The successful candidate will create memorable dining experiences while driving profitability, maintaining exceptional quality standards, and ensuring compliance with Hilton and health department requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations for the hotel, restaurant, banquets, catering, and special events.
• Develop innovative seasonal menus and culinary concepts.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary team members.
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and service.
• Manage food and labor costs to achieve budgeted financial goals.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, and vendor relationships.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Collaborate with Sales and Events teams on weddings, corporate functions, and group business.
• Drive guest satisfaction and online reputation through exceptional culinary experiences.
• Monitor kitchen productivity, scheduling, and labor management.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Senior Culinary Leadership experience required.
• Experience in upscale hotels, luxury hotels, resorts, fine dining restaurants, or high-volume banquet operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, menu engineering, food costing, and kitchen management.
• Experience leading and developing culinary teams.
• Proven success managing food costs, labor costs, and profitability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Culinary degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered.
• Food Safety Certification preferred.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Executive Chef
• Hotel Executive Chef
• Fine Dining Chef
• Banquet Chef
• Culinary Director
• Executive Sous Chef
• Luxury Hotel Operations
• Catering & Events
• Menu Development
• Kitchen Management
• Cost Control
• Food & Beverage Leadership
• Hilton Hotels
• Curio Collection
• Upscale Hospitality

What Makes You Successful

• Passion for culinary innovation
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• High standards for food quality and presentation
• Business acumen and financial discipline
• Creativity balanced with operational execution
• Commitment to exceptional guest experiences
• Ability to lead large-scale banquet and catering events

Join One of Denver's Most Distinctive Hotels

The ART Hotel Denver is known for delivering extraordinary guest experiences through creativity, service excellence, and attention to detail. As Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to shape the culinary vision of a unique luxury hotel while leading a talented team and creating memorable dining experiences.

Apply today to lead the culinary team at The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Hilton Travel Discounts Worldwide
• Bonus Opportunity
• Leadership Development Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all associates.