Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
basic life insurance
Disability plan
401k Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Career training and development
Tuition Reimbursement
Bereavement leave
Employee assistance program
jury duty
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
free meals for employees

Job Description

Fenway Hotel Autograph Collection, located in Dunedin, Florida, is a historic and iconic hotel that has been a prominent fixture since its opening in 1927. Renowned for its jazz age charm, the Fenway Hotel has a rich legacy of hosting notable explorers, artists, politicians, musicians, and living legends throughout its history. Today, as part of the Autograph Collection, the Fenway Hotel offers a unique boutique experience with 83 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites. Its 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space includes the stunning Caladesi Ballroom with water views, a resort-style pool, and an expansive front lawn perfect for events and gatherings. The hotel also features exceptional dining options, including the HEW Parlor & Chophouse, known for its chophouse cuts and chef-driven seasonal preparations, and the Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar, which provides guests with breathtaking views of the St. Joseph Sound. The Fenway Hotel celebrates Dunedin's rich musical history, creating an inspiring atmosphere for guests and team members alike who share a passion for creativity and excellence. The Autograph Collection is part of Marriott International, known for four and five-star independent hotels that offer unique and memorable guest experiences tailored to the individual desires of travelers.

The role of Chef de Cuisine at Fenway Hotel is a prestigious management position responsible for leading the culinary team under the guidance of the Executive Chef. This position demands a high level of culinary expertise and leadership, managing the overall quality, consistency, and production within all kitchen outlets and banquet operations. The Chef de Cuisine oversees kitchen staff in the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of food, ensuring all dishes meet Fenway Hotel's exacting standards. Coordination of menus, purchasing, staffing, and food preparation is done in collaboration with Outlet and Banquet Sous Chefs. The role requires working collaboratively with teams to enhance guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining budgetary controls and operating efficiently within financial parameters. Sanitation and food safety standards are paramount, and the Chef de Cuisine is tasked with ensuring all hygiene and cleanliness regulations are strictly followed.

This position further involves coaching and developing culinary staff in cooking techniques, plate presentation, portion control, and cost management to maintain the highest standards of food quality and service. The Chef de Cuisine must foster a safe and sanitary work environment while driving culinary operations that are profitable and competitive within the market. Candidates for this role should have significant leadership abilities, capable of motivating and managing a diverse team in a fast-paced, high-volume setting that includes banquet experience. The Fenway Hotel and its parent company Mainsail Lodging emphasize a culture of positivity, growth opportunities, and commitment to their team, supported by recognition as a 2025 Top Workplace by the Tampa Bay Times. This full-time management role presents an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers within a historic, refined, and musically inspired boutique hotel environment in one of Florida's vibrant communities.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • formal culinary school degree
  • 3 to 5 plus years experience in a direct titled culinary position
  • experience in fine dining and banquet environments
  • leadership ability to motivate staff and ensure goals
  • ability to work under time constraints and deadlines
  • previous hospitality or hotel experience
  • excellent customer service and leadership skills
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • computer literacy including pos systems
  • willingness to work holidays, weekends, and shifts over 10 hours
  • ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs as needed
  • ability to sit or stand for extended periods
  • safe use of knives and kitchen machinery

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • formal culinary school degree
  • 3 to 5 plus years of experience in a direct titled position such as chef de cuisine or executive sous chef
  • experience in fine dining and high-volume environments including banquet experience
  • leadership skills to motivate and develop staff
  • ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines
  • previous experience analyzing p and l statements is a plus
  • previous hospitality hotel experience
  • excellent customer service and leadership skills
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • ability to use technology such as computer and pos systems

Job Duties

  • lead the culinary team under the direction of the executive chef
  • manage kitchen staff in procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food service outlets and banquets
  • coordinate menus, purchasing, staffing, and food preparation with sous chefs
  • improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget
  • ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved
  • develop and train employees in cooking methods, presentation, portion control, cost control, and sanitation
  • lead and support culinary operations in a safe, sanitary work environment

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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