Newport Beachside Hotel, located in the sunny and vibrant Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, is seeking talented individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a beachfront hotel that offers exceptional service and a tropical paradise experience to our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, spa, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel boasts stunning ocean views, modern amenities, and a lively atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of the Newport Beachside Hotel team, you'll have the chance to provide exceptional service to our guests, work in a picturesque beachfront location, and be a part of a renowned hospitality brand. Join us in delivering unforgettable hospitality experiences and become a valued member of our team at Newport Beachside Hotel in Sunny Isles Beach, FL!

The Newport Beachside Hotel and Resort is entering an exhilarating new chapter as we undergo a transformation to become The Sunny. Our vision is to redefine luxury and sophistication, offering guests an elevated experience that combines the warmth of hospitality with innovative design and unparalleled service. At the heart of this transformation is our culinary program, which aims to deliver exceptional dining experiences that reflect the unique character and vibrancy of The Sunny. We are seeking an Executive Chef who shares our passion for excellence and creativity, to lead our kitchen team in this exciting journey.

As the  Executive Chef you will play a  pivotal role in driving the success of our culinary operations through effective business management. This position focuses on the strategic and operational aspects of running the kitchen, ensuring financial profitability, maintaining high standards of food quality, and leading a team of culinary professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong business acumen, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of kitchen operations.

When guests come to dine, they will be transported to a world that creates an exceptional experience for everyone — whether it’s the chance to try a unique  dish with a twist, enjoy a memorable night out with friends, or celebrate over delicious cocktails in a lively atmosphere. Your passion, leadership, and innovative approach will be pivotal in creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.

The future Sunny in the heart of Sunny Isles Beach is poised to redefine the beach getaway experience offering a perfect blend of rich history and unparalleled amenities. The resort will feature 339 spacious guest rooms, an eclectic private art collection, six food and beverage outlets, a fitness center, spa & salon, ocean-front pool with tiki bar and fire pits, beach club, and over 22,000 square feet of event space, including a unique oceanfront terrace.

The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the daily kitchen and operations and will develop the menu selections, ensure proper sanitation and regulatory compliance. This position is a key partner in strategic sourcing of restaurant quality and company branding. 

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and manage the kitchen budget, including food cost, labor cost, and overhead expenses.
• Analyze financial reports and identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
• Develop pricing strategies that balance profitability with customer satisfaction.
• Manage all personnel aspects for back of the house staff in a casual dining kitchen, including hiring, training, development, and corrective planning.
• Develop menu standards and maintain food presentation quality.
• Remain current on industry trends and identify new culinary techniques and presentations.
• Achieve or exceed budgeted labor and other cost centers through proper planning and execution.
• Maintain food and supply inventory purchasing and receiving for both front of the house and back of the house products.
• Conduct regulatory inspections and ensure that all certifications are up to date.
• Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhere to all health code regulations and standards.
• Conduct regularly scheduled meetings to ensure multi-lines of communication are open between management and team members.
• Ensure all core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Use personal device/cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• At least eight years of experience as a Chef in a similar environment.
• At least three years of culinary management experience.
• At least two years of applying principles and practices within the fine dining profession.
• Experience managing a multi-outlet venue.
• Exhibit knowledge of translating industry trends into successful menu selections.
• Ability to write routine reports, purchase orders, menus and correspondence.
• Prior experience of utilizing property management applications (e.g. Purchasing Systems, Kronos, HotSOS, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group. at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.