Chef de Cuisine

Brush Creek Ranch is a renowned luxury guest ranch located in the breathtaking Snowy Range mountains of Wyoming. Known for its unique blend of rugged western charm and upscale comfort, the ranch offers guests an unforgettable experience that combines the beauty of the great outdoors with refined amenities and authentic western hospitality. The ranch is recognized as one of the premier luxury ranch resorts in the American West and prides itself on providing exceptional guest experiences through its vast array of offerings, including horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and exclusive culinary experiences. Within this extraordinary setting, The Cheyenne Club stands out as the ranch's signature fine dining restaurant, providing a stage for an innovative and seasonally inspired culinary program that emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and craftsmanship. The ranch is part of the White Lodging network, which is dedicated to luxury hospitality across ranch and hotel properties, offering opportunities for long-term career growth in a supportive environment.

The Chef de Cuisine role at The Cheyenne Club is a unique opportunity for an experienced culinary leader passionate about high-end, seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine. This position offers the chance to lead a world-class kitchen in a setting that deeply values quality, authenticity, and creativity. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the successful candidate will have full ownership of culinary operations, including menu development, team leadership, and executing exceptional dining experiences that align with the ranch's reputation for excellence. The Chef de Cuisine will collaborate closely with the ranch's farm operations, including its on-site greenhouse, goat dairy, creamery, and artisan bakery, to create menus that celebrate the freshest local ingredients and the changing seasons.

This role requires a culinary professional with at least five years of progressive leadership experience in luxury restaurants, destination resorts, private clubs, or high-end fine dining environments. Experience at a Relais & Châteaux, Forbes-rated, or similarly prestigious establishment is highly preferred. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on crafting ingredient-driven cuisine and enjoys mentoring a dedicated kitchen team in a nurturing and craft-focused culture. The Chef de Cuisine will also play a key role in delivering signature culinary events, private ranch dinners, and immersive guest programming that highlight both the culinary artistry and the unparalleled natural setting of Brush Creek Ranch.

Offered with a competitive compensation package ranging from $95,000 to $100,000 base salary, this role also includes a 10 percent guaranteed end-of-season bonus, subsidized on-site housing, and the provision of three free meals per day. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. Additional benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting from day one, a 401(k) plan with company match after one month, paid time off with rollover options, unlimited referral bonuses, and exclusive access to outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and fishing on adjacent national forest lands. Employees also enjoy discounts on hotel stays, dining, and travel, as well as various growth opportunities within the White Lodging luxury ranch and hotel portfolio.

Brush Creek Ranch is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. This role offers an exceptional career path for culinary professionals who are ready to embrace the unique Wyoming ranch lifestyle, contribute to a passionate, farm-driven culinary culture, and grow within a prestigious luxury hospitality network.