Executive Chef - ACACIA HOUSE by Chris Cosentino

Welcome to the Alila Napa Valley, surrounded by the pristine home vineyards of the Beringer Estate, Alila Napa Valley will offer guests a curated travel experience in the heart of California’s Wine Country. The hotel features award-winning design by renowned design team Yabu Pushelberg using natural materials and a soothing neutral palette that well-complement the unobstructed vineyard and mountain views that face west for idyllic sunsets.

About ACACIA HOUSE: Tempt your palate with the unique, seasonally-driven offerings at Acacia House by Chris Cosentino. Chef Chris is known for winning the Food Network's Top Chef Masters, and for his appearences on Iron Chef.   Situated in the heart of Napa Valley in the town of St. Helena, our award-winning restaurant offers epicures an unforgettable culinary experience. Our local, sustainable menu reflects the bounty of Napa Valley; enjoy exquisite wine pairings for an unforgettable fine dining affair.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Executive Chef is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership.  The Executive Chef will be responsible for kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. This position directs the training of culinary staff and other kitchen workers engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service.  The position demands creativity on a daily basis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards. 

Duties include:

• Experience training food prep employees
• Ability to instill safety and sanitation habits in all employees.
• Teach employees the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques
• Ensure that level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistently
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
• 3-6 years or more of progressive hotel Culinary experience
• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• At least 2-3 years experience in a senior role in a culinary environment
• Proven leadership skills
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high volume property, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and associate relations. 
• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills
• Maintain communications with Corporate Staff
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt Service Standards and Procedures

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
• Free Parking
• 8 Paid Holidays per year 
• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – (Full-Time colleagues)
• Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time colleagues)
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic Life Insurance
• Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards.  Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.  Text or call ‪‪(707) 408-3859 to speak to a Talent Manager!