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Seasonal Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
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Compensation

Salary
Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Free parking

Job Description

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally renowned luxury hospitality company known for its exceptional service and commitment to creating remarkable guest experiences. The company prides itself on being powered by its people, who are dedicated to pushing boundaries and treating each other with respect and kindness. With a rich legacy of delivering luxury with genuine heart, Four Seasons has established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, providing world-class employee experiences and fostering a positive company culture that empowers its team members to excel.

The Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley exemplifies this commitment to excellence within the vibrant heart of Silicon Valley, a hub known for innovation, technology, and diverse cultural experiences. This contemporary business destination integrates artful sophistication with local and regional highlights, offering guests an unparalleled urban getaway. The hotel is celebrated for its inventive culinary offerings, dynamic events, and lifestyle amenities that cater to sophisticated tastes and modern sensibilities.

Currently, Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley is seeking a Seasonal Chef to join its dynamic culinary team from March 9th through June 8th, 2026. This unique seasonal role involves a blend of culinary expertise, leadership, and innovation, providing a rare opportunity for culinary professionals to influence multiple facets of the hotel’s food and beverage (F&B) operations. The Seasonal Chef will play a pivotal role in selecting key talent, implementing training sessions not only for the Quattro Restaurant but also for seasonal F&B activations, ensuring consistency and high standards across various culinary outlets including Pool, Banquets, Stewarding, and the Employee Cafeteria.

The role goes beyond traditional kitchen duties by involving theoretical and practical training sessions, menu development, and fostering a culture of excellence within the team. The Seasonal Chef will be a key contributor to monthly kitchen meetings, work closely with the pastry team, and be responsible for inspiring and motivating staff towards a shared vision of culinary innovation and guest satisfaction. Part of the role entails maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety, creatively enhancing menu items in collaboration with the Executive Chef, and embracing new culinary techniques and trends.

Embracing a hands-on leadership style, the Seasonal Chef will supervise all kitchen and stewarding areas, proactively seeking ways to improve productivity, organization, and overall operational efficiency. The candidate is expected to constantly analyze financial results related to their outlet, using this data to guide strategic decisions ensuring the best possible outcomes. Moreover, the Seasonal Chef will play an instrumental role in maintaining compliance with sanitation standards set by the company as well as local, state, and federal regulations.

This position requires a culinary professional with extensive experience, a passion for multi-cuisine cooking, and the ability to effectively communicate the culinary vision to guests and team members alike. The candidate must demonstrate flexibility in work schedules, superior food safety knowledge, and a proactive approach to minimizing food waste. Joining Four Seasons means being part of a cohesive, high-performing team dedicated to delivering inspiring and memorable hospitality experiences while advancing one’s career within a globally respected brand. The competitive salary for this position ranges between $95,000 and $105,000, complemented by a range of employee benefits designed to support work-life balance and professional growth.

Job Requirements

  • college degree or equivalent experience
  • 8 to 10 years progressive culinary experience in luxury hotel environment
  • 1 to 2 years in similar chef role
  • strong culinary and leadership skills
  • multi-cuisine culinary background preferred
  • intermediate food safety certification
  • knowledge of four seasons operations and standards
  • computer literacy
  • ability to use kitchen equipment
  • english language proficiency
  • flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
  • legal authorization to work in the usa

Job Qualifications

  • college degree preferably in hotel restaurant management or culinary arts or equivalent experience
  • progressive experience of 8 to 10 years in 5 star hotel environment
  • 1 to 2 years in similar position preferred
  • ability to connect with guests and represent culinary experience
  • multi-cuisine experience preferred including italian mediterranean middle eastern ottoman cuisine
  • intermediate food hygiene and food safety certification such as servsafe and haccp
  • working knowledge of division operations and four seasons cultural standards policies and procedures
  • ability to operate computer equipment and f&b computer systems
  • proficiency with culinary production equipment and tools
  • reading writing and oral proficiency in english
  • flexibility to work weekdays weekends holidays and evenings
  • eligibility to work in the united states

Job Duties

  • be a part of our dynamic culinary team from march 9th through june 8th 2026
  • select key talent and implement trainings for quattro restaurant and seasonal f&b activations
  • ensure cultural and standards compliance across culinary team including pool banquets stewarding and employee cafeteria
  • participate fully in culinary training programs including menu creation and execution
  • conduct theoretical and practical training sessions
  • participate and facilitate monthly kitchen meetings with pastry section
  • foster excellent colleague and guest interactions
  • seek feedback and resolve complaints promptly
  • maintain high food quality per culinary standards including menus and recipes
  • review and refresh menu items with executive chef considering local preferences
  • take ownership of outlet operations
  • innovate and strive for product enhancement
  • monitor financial results and guide decisions
  • supervise kitchen and stewarding areas promoting productivity
  • motivate team with clear leadership and accountability
  • ensure sanitation and cleanliness compliance
  • maintain portion control and food shipment standards
  • communicate operational needs and attend coordination meetings
  • assist with setup and cleaning
  • comply with four seasons work rules and standards
  • work professionally with coworkers and supervisors
  • produce food items at highest quality
  • monitor and reduce food waste
  • perform additional tasks as assigned by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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