Chef de Cuisine
$70k - $90kGecko Hospitality
Job Title: Chef de Cuisine
Location: Big Sur, CA
Salary: $70K - $90K (DOE)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Relocation: TBD (expenses, moving costs, housing)
About Company / Opportunity:
We are seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join an award-winning restaurant known for delivering an exceptional dining experience, featuring daily menu changes and thoughtfully curated tasting menus. The restaurant is located along the iconic coastline of Big Sur, CA, within a five-star luxury resort, offering an unparalleled culinary experience in a breathtaking setting. What do we seek?
The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary expertise, a passion for innovative recipe development, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects from concept to execution. A deep appreciation for farm-to-table cuisine is essential, with experience sourcing seasonal, locally inspired ingredients and translating them into refined, luxury dining experiences. Responsibilities:
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io
Location: Big Sur, CA
Salary: $70K - $90K (DOE)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Relocation: TBD (expenses, moving costs, housing)
About Company / Opportunity:
We are seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join an award-winning restaurant known for delivering an exceptional dining experience, featuring daily menu changes and thoughtfully curated tasting menus. The restaurant is located along the iconic coastline of Big Sur, CA, within a five-star luxury resort, offering an unparalleled culinary experience in a breathtaking setting. What do we seek?
The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary expertise, a passion for innovative recipe development, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects from concept to execution. A deep appreciation for farm-to-table cuisine is essential, with experience sourcing seasonal, locally inspired ingredients and translating them into refined, luxury dining experiences. Responsibilities:
- Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and execution across all services.
- Develop and execute seasonally driven, farm-to-table menus, including daily menu changes and curated tasting menus.
- Collaborate with local farmers, ranchers, and purveyors to source the highest-quality, sustainable ingredients.
- Oversee recipe development from concept through execution, maintaining innovation while honoring luxury dining standards.
- Manage, mentor, and inspire the culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and accountability.
- Ensure food cost controls, inventory management, and waste reduction while maintaining uncompromising quality.
- Partner closely with the Executive Chef and Culinary Director to align culinary offerings with the resort's five-star vision.
- Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Lead menu tastings, staff training, and ongoing culinary education to uphold elevated service and presentation standards.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io
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