Description

Summary

The Executive Chef at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas is a key member of the Hotel Executive Committee and a highly visible culinary leader within the Hyatt portfolio. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role offers the opportunity to champion the resort's elevated signature venues Tia Carmen and Carmocha, in partnership with Celebrity Chef Angelo Sosa.

The Executive Chef will lead culinary execution for world-class events and festivals unique to the Coachella Valley, including Coachella Music Festival, Stagecoach, Taste of Tennis, and other high-visibility group and social events.

This position is ideal for a seasoned Executive Chef-preferably a Hyatt 2nd or 3rd-timer-seeking a platform that blends elevated dining, large-scale events, and creative partnership.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• High energy and executive presence
• A disciplined yet creative culinary mindset
• Entrepreneurial thinking balanced with brand standards
• A proven ability to lead under pressure and adapt to a dynamic luxury environment
• Commitment to colleague engagement, development, and retention
• Strong partnership with cross-functional leaders and Corporate teams

• Inspire, mentor, and develop a diverse culinary team, fostering pride, accountability, and growth.
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace professionalism.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. This is the pay range for this position that Grand Hyatt Resort and Villas reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a luxury hotel or resort environment; Hyatt experience strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive culinary leadership, with at least 4 years in a senior culinary role.
• Demonstrated success leading high-volume, multi-outlet culinary operations.
• Strong leadership presence, polished communication skills, and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to effectively engage with diverse teams, guests, and senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.