Culinary Director - Premier Hospitality Group

Job Description

Job Description

Culinary Director

Our Culinary Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production and culinary operations — including menu development, staff management, and compliance with health and safety standards — for an establishment committed to Bib Gourmand–level excellence: exceptional food at every touchpoint, prepared with precision, consistency, and genuine craftsmanship. This role shapes the culinary vision and drives a dining experience defined by quality, care, and distinction.

Culinary Director Responsibilities

The role encompasses a variety of key responsibilities.

• Menu Development — The Culinary Director establishes and standardizes recipes, developing dishes that reflect a refined culinary point of view while consistently meeting the highest standards of quality, technique, and presentation.
• Staff Management — They are responsible for hiring, training, and mentoring culinary staff to build a team capable of executing with precision and consistency at an elevated level, service after service.
• Budget Oversight — The position involves planning budgets and managing food costs strategically, balancing culinary excellence with profitability — without compromising on quality or the guest experience.
• Quality Assurance — Upholding rigorous standards of taste, presentation, and safety across every dish is central to the role, ensuring the kind of consistency and excellence that earns lasting recognition.