Creative Executive Chef

Come join our amazing Team at the Stonewater Cove Resort, a luxurious 38-unit property on Table Rock Lake in the beautiful hills of the Missouri Ozarks! Our property is located on nearly 500 acres of hills, forest and lakefront. It is the perfect location for outdoor adventures with zip-lines, ATV trails, fishing, and boating available. You’ll be working alongside approximately 60 fellow Team Members who are dedicated to providing memorable vacation experiences to our Owners and Guests- we can’t wait for you to join us!

The Executive Chef will be responsible for the entire restaurant operation with a heavy focus on food preparation and menu development. This position will also work with activities department to provide food related activities to resort guests.

What will I be doing?
•Ensuring that kitchen staff adhere to quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards
•Dealing with suppliers and ensuring that they supply quality goods at affordable prices
•Managing the inventory and ordering stock as needed
•Maintain acceptable food and liquor costs.
•Creating and maintaining a budget that achieves department goals
•Guest recovery and satisfaction handling complaints to a satisfactory resolution
•Being responsible for the maintenance of kitchen equipment and organizing repairs when needed
•Handling staff issues, such as sick leave and attendance, and taking disciplinary action when vital.
•Developing new dishes and overhauling menus to attract more clientele. Including liquor, wine, and cocktail menus
•Ensuring that guests receive excellent service and enjoy their culinary experience
•Embodies the Hilton Grand Vacations Values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, Now,
•Completes all required Company training/compliance courses as assigned.
•Adheres to Company standards and maintains compliance with all policies and procedures.
•Assists with other duties to support team goals.

Here’s why you will love It here:
•Day 1 Benefit Eligibility: Excellent health care options, including medical, dental, and vision
•Recognition Programs and Rewards
•Driven Salary
•Travel Discounts Program
•Outstanding Paid Vacation Program and Paid Sick Days
•Employee Assistance Program that supports your physical and mental wellbeing
•401(k) program with company match
•Tuition reimbursement programs
•Employee Stock purchase program
•Work-Life Balance
•Numerous learning and advancement opportunities
•And more!

Relocation Package available. 

What are we looking for?

To fulfill this role successfully, you must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:

•Proven experience as Executive Chef
•Previous experience in menu development
•Knowledgeable in wine varietals and pairings
•Exceptional proven ability in culinary arts
•Leadership and managerial skills
•Up to date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
•Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
•Credentials in health and safety training (Serve Safe/ OSHA etc…)

Benefits start on your first day of work with no waiting period!

Hilton Grand Vacations is committed to putting people first. That’s why our benefits plan starts when you do. But that’s just the beginning of the exceptional opportunities we offer to extraordinary people who join our U.S. team.

As an award-winning workplace, we pride ourselves on the positive impact we make in our industry and in the communities where we live and work. And we’re dedicated to recognizing, rewarding and supporting every achievement, however big or small. It’s all part of making incredible memories, together. Find your path in a career that really matters, where you’ll truly belong. Join our growing team passionate about growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform vital job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.