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Job Summary: The Chef de Cuisine will lead the culinary operations across multiple outlets, delivering exceptional dining experiences aligned with Forbes 5-Star standards. This role requires a visionary leader with strong culinary fundamentals, creativity, and operational discipline. The ideal candidate will inspire and mentor a high-performing team while driving innovation and maintaining uncompromising quality.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee all kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, execution, and presentation.
- Ensure all dishes meet Forbes 5-Star standards for quality, flavor, and consistency.
- Lead, train, and mentor the culinary team to foster excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu planning, costing, and sourcing premium, sustainable ingredients.
- Monitor and control food and labor costs, inventory, and P&L performance to achieve financial goals.
- Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership for seamless service and guest satisfaction.
- Support pre-opening initiatives, including SOP development, culinary training manuals, and service standards.
- Participate in special events, tastings, media engagements, and culinary promotions.
- Cook on the line as needed and remain actively engaged in daily operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including at least 2 years as Chef de Cuisine or equivalent in a luxury or Forbes 5-Star property.
- Culinary degree or certification preferred.
- Food Manager Certification required.
- Proven experience managing multi-outlet or fine dining operations.
- Strong financial acumen and P&L management expertise.
- Mastery of culinary fundamentals, modern plating techniques, and menu design.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, pre-opening or evolving luxury environment.
- Physical ability to work on feet for 8–10 hours daily.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Industry leading competitive base salary with performance-based bonus plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Hotel travel discounts.
- Team Member Assistance Program.
Apply here or reach out directly to me at egromacki@goodwinrecruiting.com
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 168388
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Ed Gromacki