Chef Tournant

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is a nationally recognized management and consulting company with over 25 years of experience in delivering exceptional hospitality solutions. Their diverse portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and unique event venues throughout the country. Known for a values-driven and people-first culture, Columbia Hospitality fosters an inclusive and respectful work environment where team members are empowered to thrive and grow both personally and professionally. The company has been repeatedly honored as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal due to its commitment to creating a dynamic and nurturing workplace that values collaboration, creativity, and enthusiasm.

At the heart of Columbia Hospitality's portfolio is the Salish Lodge & Spa, an iconic Pacific Northwest resort renowned for its breathtaking location overlooking the 268-foot Snoqualmie Falls. Just 30 minutes east of downtown Seattle and within close proximity to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Salish Lodge offers guests a luxurious retreat featuring a world-class spa that specializes in regionally inspired treatments, two highly acclaimed restaurants known for outstanding dining experiences, and an award-winning wine list. The resort caters to a diverse clientele seeking both relaxation and adventure, with a variety of nearby recreational activities available throughout the year.

The Chef Tournant role at Salish Lodge & Spa is a pivotal position within the culinary team, supporting the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in maintaining seamless kitchen operations. This full-time position offers an annual salary of $80,200 along with eligibility for performance incentives and a comprehensive benefits package. The Chef Tournant is expected to demonstrate versatility by performing any culinary role necessary according to business needs, staffing requirements, or special events. This role carries significant responsibility including overseeing the kitchen during the Sous Chef's absence, managing both the AM and PM shifts, and ensuring the quality and presentation of all food meet the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing operational procedures, maintaining communication with leadership, managing inventory and purchasing, supervising and training kitchen staff, and upholding sanitation and safety protocols. The ideal candidate is an accomplished culinary professional with a culinary arts degree or equivalent training and at least three years of leadership experience in a similar setting. Advanced culinary skills, including expertise in sauces, butchering, and working knowledge of various kitchen stations and equipment, are essential. The successful candidate must also possess strong organizational skills, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, excellent interpersonal skills, and proficiency with software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Working at Salish Lodge & Spa under Columbia Hospitality provides a unique opportunity to be part of a high-caliber team dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences while enjoying a supportive work culture that emphasizes work-life balance and personal growth. Benefits include paid time off, 401K matching, health and dental insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs, discounted resort amenities, and opportunities for community involvement and professional development. This role encourages candidates who embody Columbia Hospitality's core values of accountability, creativity, enthusiasm, honesty, inclusion, and respect.