A Central Coast legend reborn.  From its earliest incarnation in 1886 as a popular stagecoach stop during California’s Gold Rush, to its years as a surreptitious hangout through Prohibition, The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern has long held a fabled place in Central Coast lore. Revered and raucously enjoyed for generations, the beloved landmark is the definitive luxury destination in the Santa Ynez Valley.

Engage with an active community of culinary artists who pride themselves on their reputation for expertise and attention to detail.  Responsible for ensuring all visitors to the hotel are delighted by the quality, creativity, and variety of our food and beverage offerings, and for establishing our name in the Santa Ynez marketplace. The Executive Chef is a creative, product-driven leader with a passion for working with local farmers and sourcing locally.

• Participate in the preparation and implementation of the hotel’s strategic plan.
• Plan the yearly food revenue and profit target.
• Support the definition of the hotel’s Food & Beverage concept
• Manage menu preparation and pricing in line with the stated F&B objectives
• Seek out and establish local, regional and national supplier relationships for the hotel.
• Manage the preparation and presentation of food products to ensure the highest standards of quality at all times.  Monitor and check guest satisfaction.
• Adapt all food offerings to specific dietary preferences and requirements of our patrons as needed.
• Ensure that the Kitchen brigade are aware of hotel F&B strategy and that their products meet these requirements.
• Direct and coordinate the daily activities of all the hotel’s kitchens and team.
• Coach and guide new members of the team, putting in place proper new hire orientation training and ongoing training and development for team members.
• Liaise with T&C overall employee matters including recruitment and interviewing.
• Control payroll and business expenses of the department.
• Support and facilitate staff participation in competitions.
• Support and release staff for Task Force Missions required to support the opening of new Auberge properties, and other special events catered by Auberge.
• Maintain the highest standards of Food Hygiene and adherence with all Health and Safety standards.
• Check and ensure the proper storage of raw and processed food items including the condition of food in freezers.
• Ensure all work areas in the kitchen are kept tidy and clean.
• Ensure we maintain a safe working environment.
• Attend guest and official functions as a representative of the executive team.
• Be a face for Auberge culinary expertise, creating powerful positive impressions.
• Deliver and exceed the expectations of a sophisticated 21st-century luxury consumer.

• A creative, passionate and product focused chef with a minimum of 3-5 years of kitchen leadership experience in highly acclaimed restaurants or 5-star / deluxe hotel operations with the knowledge and passion for sourcing locally and mentoring teams.

• High school or Culinary Certificate or Degree by an accredited culinary agency preferred.

• Serve Safe Certification.

• Spanish language capability preferred

The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $175,000/year

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

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