Executive Chef

Join Pali Mountain as an Executive Chef / Director of Culinary Operations to lead a fast-paced, high-volume commercial kitchen serving thousands of guests each week. This is a year-round, salaried leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary operations for our 5,000 sq ft kitchen, producing 45,000–65,000 buffet-style meals per month for youth and adult groups.

The ideal candidate is a creative chef and strategic operator who thrives in youth-oriented environments, brings a passion for scratch cooking , and understands how to deliver fun, delicious, and inclusive meals that accommodate a variety of dietary needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of food production for 18–21 meals per week, ensuring meals are timely, safe, and consistently high-quality.
• Oversee a team of 30+ kitchen staff, including cooks, prep crew, and dishwashers; set schedules, train staff, and lead by example.
• Design rotating menus that are kid-friendly, buffet-style, and accommodate a wide range of dietary restrictions.
• Champion scratch cooking , creative presentation, and menu variety to keep meals exciting for returning guests.
• Monitor food inventory, manage vendor relationships, place orders, and control food / labor costs within budget.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation procedures in line with all local health department requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership across Pali Mountain to support evolving programming needs and ensure meal service aligns with guest experiences.
• Model a team-first attitude, mentor up-and-coming staff, and contribute to the positive, energetic culture of the facility.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Preferred Traits And Experience

Compensation & Benefits

Pali Mountain is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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