Head Chef

This location, along with S&L Hospitality, is currently seeking a Head Chef to join our team! This role is ideal for a hands-on, creative professional with a strong background in food & beverage leadership and a desire to deliver memorable dining experiences. At Spencer’s Tavern and The Colonial Inn, you’ll be part of a historic and welcoming environment where creativity, collaboration, and community come together. We are proud to deliver excellent service and cuisine to both locals and visitors, and we’re looking for a chef who will help us elevate our dining program Some responsibilities may include but are not limited to: * Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency. * Collaborate with ownership and management on menu development, seasonal specials, and execution. * Lead, train, and schedule a small but dedicated kitchen team. * Uphold and enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards. * Manage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective operations. * Maintain high standards of presentation, taste, and service. * Foster open communication and teamwork within both the kitchen and front-of-house teams. Qualifications may include: * Previous F&B leadership experience, preferably in a culinary or heart-of-house leadership role. * Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu planning, and cost controls. * Demonstrated ability to inspire and develop a team. * Exceptional organizational and communication skills. * Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands. * A passion for hospitality, creativity, and delivering high-quality guest experiences. This position is subject to a successful completion of a background check as it relates to the responsibilities of the role. Benefits such as: At S&L Hospitality, culture is not just another buzz word we throw around lightly. The culture that has been built at S&L is at the base of everything we do, and we want to find team members that will not only meet our job requirements but also fit the culture of our company. S&L Hospitality has been built on the foundation of family and creating lasting, positive relationship. Our mission is to create a lasting impression doesn't just stop at our guests - we also take care of our team! For all team members: * Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) after 6 months of service - with company match!*

• Flexible scheduling.
• On-the-job training.
• Paid Time Off - begin accruing day one!*
• Holiday Pay when working one of our designated Company Holidays

Growth and development opportunities with us as a company, potentially at the same property or transferring to another one of our properties. Currently have properties in Wisconsin, South Dakota, North Dakota and Iowa - see our site for further details on locations. * Travel discounts available through the various brands of hotel that are currently in our portfolio. For regular full time team members/leadership team: * We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as opportunities to enroll in STD, LTD, critical illness, accident and/or life insurance as well as flex spending. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Must be at least 16 years of age for most positions within our properties, however some may require a minimum age of 18 depending on responsibilities, hours, as well as local/state/federal laws. *Seasonal team members may not be eligible to PTO and other benefits due to length of employment.