Chef - Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Lexi Las Vegas is seeking a passionate, creative, and operationally driven Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary direction of our growing boutique hotel. This role is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is excited to help shape a unique food & beverage experience from the ground up.

As the Chef/Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all kitchen operations, menu execution, food quality, personnel, inventory, sanitation, and cost controls while helping elevate the guest experience through thoughtful, consistent, and high-quality culinary offerings.

This is an opportunity to be part of an independently spirited, adults-only boutique hotel focused on exceptional hospitality, elevated service, and unforgettable guest experiences.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Growth opportunity within expanding food & beverage operations
• Employee hotel discounts
• Creative input and leadership opportunities
• Opportunity to help shape a unique boutique hospitality concept in Las Vegas
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about hospitality, leadership, and creating memorable culinary experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

The Lexi Las Vegas is building something unique — and we’re looking for leaders who want to grow with us.

$60,000 - $80,000 yearly

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including prep, line execution, ordering, inventory, scheduling, and cleanliness
• Develop and maintain efficient kitchen systems and SOPs
• Ensure consistency, presentation, and quality of all food items
• Manage food cost, labor cost, waste reduction, and inventory controls
• Hire, train, mentor, and lead kitchen staff while fostering a positive team culture
• Maintain compliance with all SNHD health regulations, food safety standards, and sanitation practices
• Collaborate with hotel leadership on seasonal menus, specials, events, and operational improvements
• Monitor kitchen equipment maintenance and communicate repair needs proactively
• Assist with banquet, group, buyout, and special event culinary execution
• Uphold high hospitality standards and contribute to an elevated guest experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of kitchen leadership experience as an Executive Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Executive Chef
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, inventory systems, labor management, and food costing
• Experience in boutique hotels, upscale casual, high-volume, or experiential dining environments preferred
• Ability to lead by example in both execution and professionalism
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• ServSafe Manager Certification, SNHD Food Manager card, and TAM card are mandatory
• Experience with ordering systems, prep pars, scheduling, and vendor management
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a growing operational environment

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in hospitality and guest experience
• Brings creativity while maintaining operational discipline
• Can build structure, accountability, and culture within the kitchen
• Thrives in an enterprising environment
• Leads with professionalism, urgency, and positivity
• Understands that consistency is just as important as creativity

License/Certification:

• SNHD Manager Card, SERVSAFE Manager Certification, TAM card (Required)

Work Location: In person

Lexi is the epitome of style and luxury, a gem from the famous Artisan Hotel. Located off the main strip, it offers a unique, boutique experience in Vegas. The chic rooms and lively spots have been re-imagined to provide endless entertainment. A true experience that must be discovered.