Chef de Cuisine

New Orleans, LA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $110,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

competitive salary

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday scheduling

Professional Development

Job Description

A prominent luxury hotel is renowned for its exceptional hospitality and world-class guest experiences, providing an elegant and sophisticated environment that attracts discerning travelers from around the globe. This esteemed establishment prides itself on delivering superior services across its extensive facilities, which include luxurious accommodations, state-of-the-art event spaces, and gourmet dining options that reflect the highest culinary standards. As part of a respected hospitality group, the hotel continuously strives to enhance its offerings by fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity among its dedicated team members.

The Chef de Cuisine position at this prestigious luxury hotel presents an excitin... Show More

Job Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef within upscale or fine-dining independent restaurants, or full-service or luxury hotels
Proven background in managing multiple sous chefs and teams of 20-30 hourly employees
Hands-on experience balancing banquet/private event and a la carte operations
Strong skills in inventory management, scheduling, ordering, and event coordination
Ability to manage the cost of goods and labor costs to established budgets without compromising service standards
Experience working in a large hotel environment (400+ rooms) is highly desirable
Italian cuisine expertise is strongly preferred

Job Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience as Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef within upscale or fine-dining independent restaurants, or full-service or luxury hotels
Proven background in managing multiple sous chefs and teams of 20-30 hourly employees
Hands-on experience balancing banquet/private event and a la carte operations
Strong skills in inventory management, scheduling, ordering, and event coordination
Ability to manage the cost of goods and labor costs to established budgets without compromising service standards
Experience working in a large hotel environment (400+ rooms) is highly desirable
Italian cuisine expertise is strongly preferred
Experience with Italian cuisine concepts
New restaurant opening (NRO) or new menu development experience
Proven ability to lead through change, implement process improvements, and foster an inclusive team culture

Job Duties

Direct and train chefs, cooks, and all kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and efficient, profitable food service
Plan and collaborate on menus, creatively utilizing surpluses and emphasizing seasonal, guest-driven offerings
Oversee purchasing and inventory, estimate food consumption, and manage ordering of foodstuffs and supplies
Review recipes and cost data, set menu prices, and ensure profitability through effective cost controls
Supervise and schedule kitchen staff for banquet, private event, and a la carte service, coordinating assignments for efficiency and timeliness
Uphold the highest standards for food safety, nutrition, sanitation, and quality, consistently exceeding guest expectations
Develop and introduce new recipes, specialty dishes, and continuously refine the menu for the evolving restaurant concept

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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