Description
Nestled at the foot of the Tetons, Wild Pine at Gravity Haus is more than just a restaurant — it’s a culinary destination where seasonal ingredients meet mountain hospitality, and every meal is an experience. As Executive Chef, you’ll be the driving force behind the kitchen, leading with creativity, precision, and purpose. You’ll bring to life the Gravity Haus mission through food: connecting community, celebrating sustainability, and elevating the modern mountain lifestyle.
You’re not just a chef — you’re a teacher, a team-builder, a business thinker, and a brand ambassador. You thrive in high-energy environments and pride yourself on leading from the line. You’re passionate about people, local ingredients, and pushing culinary boundaries — and you’ll do it all while living and working in one of the most iconic mountain towns in the country.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and oversee all back-of-house operations at Wild Pine, including prep, production, special events, and sourcing
- Work with the Gravity Haus Director of Culinary on menu development, seasonal changes, and educational programming for the F&B team
- Recruit, train, and develop your kitchen team, providing consistent coaching and cross-training
- Foster a culture of excellence, safety, and creativity in the kitchen
- Execute culinary operations with an eye on efficiency, quality, and consistency
- Oversee food safety compliance, including temperature logs, sanitation practices, and storage protocols
- Manage food and labor costs to support financial goals, completing regular reporting and analysis
- Collaborate with FOH leaders to create a seamless and inspired guest experience
- Support member events and specialty dinners, creating memorable culinary moments
- Embrace the Gravity Haus core values of:
- Keep Growing!
- Bring Others Along!
- Create Powerful Moments!
- Be “All-In” + Go the Distance!
- Make it Better than You Found It!
Who You Are
- A proven Executive Chef with experience in upscale, high-volume kitchens or luxury hotel dining concepts
- A Culinary Arts graduate or professional with equivalent industry experience
- 6+ years of progressive kitchen leadership, including team development and operations management
- A cross-trained expert, competent on every station with a deep understanding of kitchen systems
- Comfortable with digital tools like Google Workspace, Slack, and Microsoft Office
- Highly organized and financially astute — able to manage labor, food cost, and inventory to meet goals
- A leader who inspires calm under pressure, takes initiative, and fosters a strong team culture
- Passionate about ingredients, culinary trends, and crafting unique dining experiences
- Bilingual in English and Spanish? Even better.
- Ideally, you hold a valid driver’s license and are comfortable driving manual vehicles — snowmobiles and snowcats included (yes, really)
- Committed to sustainability, the outdoors, and your own personal growth
What We Can Offer You
Benefits for full time regular team members include health insurance options, 401K with company match, and Gravity Haus All In in Membership.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
