Executive Chef

Position Summary: The Executive Chef works hands‑on to successfully manage back‑of‑the‑house cruise execution to ensure consistently high levels of quality, service, sanitation, and guest satisfaction while maintaining a high level of profitability. The best applicant is technically competent in food preparation and production, contributes to all galley operations, is hospitable to coworkers and guests, and acts safely and responsibly. Duties and Responsibilities: Lead all back‑of‑house kitchen operations to ensure consistent, high‑quality cruise execution in accordance with the Product Management Guide, company standards, and all health and safety regulations Direct, recruit, train, schedule, coach, and manage kitchen staff, including performance management, discipline, retention, career development, compensation recommendations, promotions, and succession planning Ride cruises and serve as kitchen shift manager as needed to observe operations, coach Sous Chefs and Kitchen Supervisors, and ensure adherence to procedures, sanitation standards, and food quality expectations Partner closely with Food & Beverage leadership and front‑of‑house teams to align operational execution, staffing, and guest experience; recommend and implement approved programs to improve service, efficiency, and product quality Develop and manage kitchen budgets; monitor and control labor, food, inventory, and purchasing costs; identify cost‑saving opportunities aligned with company objectives and rebate programs Oversee purchasing, inventory management, payroll administration, invoicing, supplier relationships, and food quality reporting to ensure adequate stock, timely delivery, payroll efficiency, and operational accuracy Implement and maintain safety programs in collaboration with Operations; ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health department requirements and company sanitation standards Manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment, maintain effective working relationships, communicate clearly in oral and written form, and perform physical duties including lifting up to 200 lbs. as required Perform proper food handling and preparation procedures and complete additional projects or duties as assigned Requirements & Qualifications: High School Diploma Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain Minimum of five (5) years of total kitchen experience in full‑service/banquet, high‑volume environment required Two (2) years’ kitchen management experience plus either minimum two (2) years’ formal culinary training or two (2) years’ additional kitchen experience in a full‑service/banquet, high‑volume environment Knowledge of health department sanitations codes & requirements Must have ServSafe Certification Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (especially Word & Excel) Will be required to be available for work weekends and on all major holidays EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E‑Verify program in certain locations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hornblower Corp