Executive Chef

Executive Chef Franklin Marriott Cool Springs

700 Cool Springs Blvd.

Franklin, TN 37067

303 Room Hotel

Managed By Chartwell Hospitality

Chartwell Hospitality Benefits, Marriott Associate Travel Benefits, Career Advancement

Rare opportunity to lead the culinary staff at the Franklin Marriott Hotel and Conference Center.

Full-Time

Overview

We are seeking a talented and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and elevate the overall dining experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in menu development, food service management, and kitchen operations. The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary functions within the hotel, including the main kitchen, banquet services, in-room dining, and MClub. This role requires a dynamic and inspiring leader with a genuine passion for cooking and training, dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences while upholding the highest standards of quality, creativity, hygiene, and cost efficiency. This is a working position.

Responsibilities

Develop and design creative menus that reflect current food trends while catering to diverse customer preferences.

Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment that encourages growth and development.

Manage food inventory, ordering supplies as needed, and minimizing waste through effective stock management.

Coordinate catering services for events and banquets, ensuring exceptional presentation and service.

Maintain high standards of food handling practices to ensure the safety and satisfaction of all guests.

Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.

Experience

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role within the culinary field.

Strong skills in menu planning, food service management, and kitchen operations.

Demonstrated ability to lead a team effectively while maintaining a positive work environment.

Experience in catering and banquet services is required.

Excellent knowledge of food handling regulations and best practices.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Join us in creating memorable dining experiences while leading a dynamic team dedicated to culinary excellence.

Excellent verbal, comprehension, listening and problem-solving skills

Ability to deal with a diverse staff and to operate efficiently despite stressful time pressure.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; bend; walk; use hands or finger; or feel objects, tools or controls; lift boxes (up to 50 pounds); talk and hear. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision to a computer screen.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Long/Short Term

Supplemental Insurance

401-K

Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Compensation: Based on Experience

Travel Discounts

Posted June 11, 2025

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Franklin Marriott Cool Springs

Stylish Franklin, TN Hotel and Event Venue off I-65

The Franklin Marriott Cool Springs hotel provides a luxurious stay in Franklin, Tennessee. Our hotel's central location, near I-65, puts you close to Downtown Franklin. Drive to FirstBank Amphitheater, Arrington Vineyards, and Downtown Nashville in under twenty minutes. Enjoy hotel amenities, like our exclusive M Club, indoor pool, and large fitness center. Stave serves southern food, hand-crafted cocktails, and offers live music every Wednesday evening. Our weekday shuttle travels to area businesses within a 3-mile radius from 6 am to 10 pm. The guest rooms of our Franklin hotel feature plush beds, chic surroundings, and Smart TVs. Our beautiful event and wedding venues are ideal for corporate conferences or sophisticated parties. Let the style and amenities at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs make us your top choice of Franklin TN hotels in Cool Springs.