Chef De Cuisine

CHEF DE CUISINE AT ALBERT HOTELAlbert Hotel is hiring for a Chef De Cuisine. An urban oasis, tucked away off of Main Street in the heart of Fredericksburg, TX, Albert Hotel offers a peaceful yet sophisticated luxury experience in Texas's famed Hill Country. Opened in January 2025, the property features 105 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites, along with uniquely designed bunk rooms and a private house with custom furnishings, locally-curated amenities, and thoughtful touches.With the guest experience in mind, Albert's elevated amenities include a sunken limestone pool featuring an outdoor bar and cabanas, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 2,000-square-foot full-service spa. Additionally, the property is home to four on-site culinary outlets, including The Wellhouse and Junebug's BBQ.Albert boasts 3,600-square-foot of semi-open air event space, a 1,200-square-foot mezzanine deck, and an expansive event lawn, making it a prime destination for weddings, private events, and intimate gatherings.What You'll Do:Supervise and coordinate activities of all kitchen staff; instruct the team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of menu itemsMaintain knowledge of menu, preparation methods, ingredient awareness, and quality standardsIdentify problems before they arise and implement plans of action to address these issuesCoach team members in a patient, clear, and concise mannerMaintain knowledge of kitchen equipment and organizational resources for repairs and preventative maintenanceDemonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to the staffPrepare and cook foods of all types for daily operations and special eventsInspect food preparation, storage, and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices; ensure employees follow standards and regulationsOrder or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation; verify quantity and quality of received productsDetermine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of servicesCollaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients, anticipated volumeAssist with estimating the amount and cost of required ingredients and supplies; negotiate pricing with sales representativesAnalyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costsEnsure staff have a complete understanding of their job requirements and sufficient training before holding them accountable for resultsPlan, direct, and supervise the food preparation, purchasing, and cooking activities of multiple kitchens or outlets within the establishmentFollow inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct an accurate inventoryMeet with members of the sales team and the Executive Chef to discuss menus for special events as neededEnsure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns, and apply corrective measures when necessaryEnsure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the outlet are metEnsure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition; arrange for equipment purchases and repairs as neededAdhere to and enforce all national, state, and local regulations in regards to labor and food safety/sanitationWho You Are:You have a High School Diploma or a General Education DegreeYou have a state-issued food handling certification as requiredYou have 5+ years of related experience in the hospitality or culinary industryYou can read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsYou can write routine reports and correspondenceYou can speak effectively before guests and groups of co-workersBenefitsWe are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurantsHealth, vision + dental benefits401K matchingPaid holidaysVolunteer payTuition reimbursementReferral bonusesDiscounts at our shops, hotels + local partnershipsAbout New Waterloo New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provides the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses.New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for this role.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.