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Executive Chef

Cambria Hotel Templeton-Paso Robles
Templeton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

Cambria Hotel Templeton-Paso Robles is seeking an Executive Chef to join the team! The Chef will work closely with their team to provide quality food in a timely manner to all restaurant patrons. The Executive Chef will directly be responsible for the efficient and profitable operations of the kitchen and related back of the house areas.

Join our team at the new Cambria Hotel in Templeton, CA near Paso Robles, where we deliver upscale, unforgettable experiences to our guests. We are looking for passionate, service-driven individuals to help create a welcoming atmosphere in this vibrant location, known for its wine country charm and scenic beauty. If you thrive in a dynamic and guest-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you!


Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the job include but are not limited to:
  • Maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times, while providing personalized service to restaurant and hotel guests.
  • Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members.
  • Plan menus, costs them out, set up line requirements and staffing. Review work schedules and plan/forecast accordingly with staffing needs and food production.
  • Estimate food requirements and order food from suppliers.
  • Maintain quality of food for both guests and employer: Instruct cooking team members on the fine points of cooking; inspect and taste all foods prepared before serving and adjust flavors and presentation as needed.
  • Equipment operation and maintenance: Inspect the kitchen and walk-ins for satisfactory cleaning and equipment in need of repair. Maintain sanitation standards through knowledge of health department standards and regulations.
  • Directly responsible for impacting food cost; maintain food costs in line with budget; accountable for the department P/L.
  • Attend all required meetings and communicate all information daily.
  • Provide assistance to other team members and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department, restaurant and hotel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Health Benefits, Travel Perks & More
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401k, Vacation and Sick Leave are offered with this position along with a Team Member Travel Program, encouraging each team member to visit sister properties and enjoy exclusive team member rates for rest and relaxation.

Pay Range: $72,000 - $82,000/annually

Experience

Required
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Experience in recruiting, hiring, training, supervision, forecasting, budgeting and cost control in food and labor.
  • 4 - 5 years: Minimum 4-5 years experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef at a hotel or restaurant in high volume casual fine dining environment
Preferred
  • Two (2) years of culinary school preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Salary : $72,000 - $82,000

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