Executive Chef (Shipboard)

About the Role The Shipboard Executive Chef plays a vital role in the culinary leadership of the yacht, contributing to strategic and operational decisions regarding all food and beverage operations. This position oversees the culinary offerings across various dining venues, including restaurants, bars, lounges, in-suite dining, stewarding, and crew dining areas. What You Will Do The Executive Chef’s primary responsibility is to deliver exceptional food quality and service while leading, mentoring, and developing the culinary team through a heart‑centered leadership approach. Collaboration with the Yacht’s General Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, and Restaurant Manager is essential for creating and implementing innovative culinary concepts, managing budgets, and upholding the highest standards of service and hygiene. Qualifications & Experience A degree in Hospitality Management is preferred but not required. Relevant backgrounds in Leadership Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or related fields will be considered. Advanced certifications or diplomas in Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage Management, or Food Safety are highly desirable. Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 5–7 years at the Executive Chef level in a senior leadership capacity. Proven experience in luxury hospitality environments is strongly preferred, and shipboard experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Demonstrated excellence in leadership, strategic planning, and operational execution is essential. Candidates must possess outstanding communication skills with strong proficiency in English. Solid experience with food and beverage operational systems is required. Experience within Michelin‑starred restaurants or luxury hotels is highly regarded. What We Offer Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package Excellent Training and Development opportunities Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms Complimentary Employee Meals Schedule & Hours: Ideally the candidate will already hold a valid US work authorization to start. This role will be the Executive Chef onboard, dates to be determined. EEO Statement Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affinity Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ‘EEOC is The Law’ Information poster please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts