Executive Chef

Description

Description

Compensation starts at $95,000 plus bonus!

Who We Are

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country's most dynamic cities. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That's where you come in.

Yacht Club is the signature fine dining seafood restaurant at Hotel Trinity, Autograph Collection — Austin's newest luxury boutique hotel, opening late 2026 at the corner of Trinity and Fifth Streets in the heart of downtown Austin. As the only Marriott Autograph Collection hotel in the city center, Hotel Trinity is a 258-room private hideaway located next to Antone's in the historic 6th Street entertainment district. Yacht Club anchors the hotel's ground floor, offering a refined yet approachable take on coastal cuisine — high-quality fresh seafood and oyster bar experiences complemented by thoughtful steakhouse offerings, seasonal menus, and an elevated wine and beverage program. Designed to be a destination for Austin locals and hotel guests alike, Yacht Club pairs polished, attentive service with a lively, social energy to create one of the city's most anticipated upscale seafood dining experiences.

We are seeking an experienced Restaurant Executive Chef to lead the opening and ongoing culinary operations of Yacht Club and Hotel Trinity. This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a fine-dining restaurant from the ground up — hiring and developing your team, establishing culture, and setting the standard for upscale culinary excellence at one of Austin's most exciting new hospitality concepts. If you're a fine dining executive chef or executive sous chef with a passion for seafood-forward dining, an eye for back-of-house excellence, and the drive to build something lasting, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Lead all aspects of restaurant operations to deliver a seamless, elevated fine dining experience across multiple meal periodsRecruit, direct, and develop a team of managers and front-of-house associates, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and professional growthDrive operational performance through consistent execution of systems, processes, and luxury service standardsOversee full financial performance — managing budgets, forecasting, P&L, and strategic initiatives to achieve and exceed profitability goalsPartner closely with the culinary and beverage teams to ensure menu quality, operational flow, and a strong wine and beverage cultureChampion guest satisfaction and brand reputation through service excellence and swift resolution of all guest concernsCollaborate cross-functionally with corporate, marketing, and hotel leadership to align on promotions, activations, and business development goalsWhat You'll Bring

Proven experience managing multiple leaders across diverse front-of-house and back-of-house teams in a high-volume, upscale restaurant environmentStrong background in fine dining or upscale restaurant operations, with deep knowledge of wine and food pairings — Sommelier certification preferred but not requiredExperience managing multiple meal periods; prior oversight of In-Room Dining operations in a hotel setting is a plusProcess-driven approach with exceptional organizational and operational execution skillsDemonstrated success in developing people, driving team culture, and reducing turnoverEntrepreneurial mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and a restaurant growth strategyStrong communication, business acumen, and creative problem-solving abilitiesWhat You Can Look Forward To

Benefits — starting day 1Medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insurancePaid parental leaveDailyPay — get paid when you need itEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(k) with company matchPaid time off (PTO) with rolloverComplimentary wellness toolsUnlimited employee referral bonusesLeadership development & tuition reimbursementDiscounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travelGrowth opportunities across multiple hotel propertiesWhite Lodging is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.