Chef de Cuisine​/Executive Chef

Chef de Cuisine / Executive Chef – Baleen

Join Noble House Hotels & Resorts as the Chef de Cuisine / Executive Chef at LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort, the only Naples resort in the Top 20 and ranked #5 of the best hotels & resorts in Florida.

This is a full‑time culinary leadership position responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen operation for Baleen, LaPlaya’s fine‑dining restaurant.

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high‑volume service and exceptional quality.
• Create and develop innovative menus that reflect the resort’s brand and guests’ expectations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on menu techniques, hygiene and industry best practices.
• Maintain inventory, budget controls and food cost targets.
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house and management teams to deliver memorable dining experiences.

• 3–5 years of experience in a high‑volume luxury hotel, resort, restaurant or banquet operation focused on fine dining.
• Proven ability to manage a kitchen that serves large volumes of guests.
• Strong training skills and the ability to develop new menu offerings.
• Completion of a technical culinary education or apprenticeship, with a Certificate in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Valid food‑service permit or food‑service safe certification.
• Proficiency with a range of cooking methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of industry best practices.

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort values caring, integrity and respect. We welcome individuals who share these core values and are passionate about delivering extraordinary experiences.

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusiness. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information and any other protected characteristic.

Competitive compensation starting at $95 000, plus medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD and life insurance, PTO, 401(k), complimentary meals, resort discounts, flexible scheduling, company‑provided training and certifications, tuition reimbursement and more.

Enjoy working in sunny paradise every day at your new position!