Executive Chef | Playa Largo Resort & Spa

Shaner Hotels has an exceptional opportunity at the award-winning Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection, located in the breathtaking Florida Keys. This premier luxury waterfront resort offers an unforgettable guest experience and an outstanding workplace for hospitality professionals seeking to grow their careers.

Our 175-room resort features elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, 10 private bungalows, an exclusive three-bedroom beach house, a private marina with boat ramp, a full-service spa and salon, fitness center, sports courts, and beautifully landscaped event spaces, including a grand ballroom, private courtyard, and picturesque wedding lawn.

As one of the Florida Keys' premier event destinations, Playa Largo hosts everything from luxury weddings and social celebrations to corporate meetings and conferences. Guests also enjoy an exceptional culinary experience with four distinctive restaurants and bars, including an upscale steakhouse, fresh seafood restaurant, ceviche and sushi bar, pool and beach bar, sunset terrace, in-room dining, and a full-service banquet and catering operation.

If you're passionate about luxury hospitality and delivering world-class guest experiences, Playa Largo Resort & Spa offers an outstanding opportunity to build your career with Shaner Hotels. Join an award-winning team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and creating unforgettable experiences in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world.

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

Job Overview:
We are seeking a talented and visionary Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations and inspire a team dedicated to providing top-tier dining experiences. In this key leadership role, you will ensure the highest quality of food preparation, set standards for kitchen operations, and maintain a culture of excellence, creativity, and safety.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Culinary Excellence: Ensure that all food preparation, handling, and storage meet state health regulations, hotel standards, and our high culinary expectations.
• Master the Menu: Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, ingredients, pricing, and beverage offerings-empowering your team to consistently deliver exceptional food and service.
• Develop & Mentor: Establish, train, and uphold culinary standards and safety procedures. Inspire and guide your kitchen team to perform at their highest potential.
• Financial Leadership: Collaborate with hotel leadership to set and achieve aggressive short- and long-term financial goals for the Food & Beverage Department, with a focus on cost controls and profitability.
• Manage & Develop Your Team: Oversee all hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management for kitchen staff. Foster an environment of teamwork, recognition, and professional growth.
• Guest Satisfaction: Ensure that every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience by maintaining high culinary standards and swiftly resolving any guest feedback or concerns.
• Kitchen Operations: Take full ownership of the kitchen's day-to-day operations, from food ordering and inventory to menu development and quality assurance.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven Experience: At least 5 years in a senior culinary role, such as Executive Chef or Head Chef, with a track record of leadership and excellence in food production.
• Culinary Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and quality standards. Familiarity with cost controls, inventory management, and menu development is essential.
• Leadership Skills: The ability to manage, train, and motivate a diverse team while ensuring top-notch performance and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Education & Certification: High school diploma or equivalent is required; formal culinary training or apprenticeship is strongly preferred. Safe food handling certification is a must.
• Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with guests, staff, and management.
• Bilingual a Plus: Fluency in English and Spanish is a bonus.
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to interpret safety rules, procedure manuals, and B.E.O.'s, ensuring that kitchen operations always run smoothly and safely.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a kitchen that values innovation and creativity. You'll have the opportunity to shape the menu and culinary direction.
• You will be joining a group of passionate professionals dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Competitive salary and bonus potential, along with excellent benefits
• We celebrate diversity and promote an inclusive, positive workplace culture where all team members are encouraged to thrive.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to excellence!