Curveball Chef De Cuisine

Chef de Cuisine Curveball Kitchen at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark

At Chef de Cuisine? - Curveball Kitchen, located within OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, we deliver a high-energy, guest-focused dining experience that reflects the excitement and vibrancy of our resort. This culinary outlet plays a key role in supporting both resort guests and day visitors, offering consistent, high-quality food service in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Oversee and execute daily kitchen operations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, ensuring a seamless experience for both resort and external guests
• Maintain high culinary standards across all food preparation, presentation, and service execution
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef on daily operations, priorities, and production planning
• Lead daily line-ups and team briefings to communicate expectations, service flow, and operational updates
• Ensure all food quality, and portion control standards are consistently met

Food Quality & Safety

• Ensure the highest quality of food products through proper receiving, storage, and preparation standards
• Monitor inventory, spoilage, and product rotation to maintain freshness and reduce waste
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with company and regulatory guidelines
• Conduct daily inspections of kitchen areas, equipment, and storage facilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop culinary team members (Curators), fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and engagement
• Conduct ongoing training sessions to ensure proper use of equipment, adherence to recipes, and consistency in execution
• Partner with leadership to recruit, onboard, and develop talent within the culinary team
• Promote high morale and performance standards, aligned with OKANA's culture and service expectations

Financial & Operational Efficiency

• Support the development of standardized recipes to maintain food cost targets
• Monitor labor productivity and scheduling, ensuring optimal staffing levels
• Track and manage operating costs, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost control

Guest Experience & Innovation

• Ensure all dishes meet brand standards for quality, consistency, and presentation
• Identify guest trends and preferences to enhance menu offerings
• Collaborate with leadership to develop seasonal features, specials, and menu enhancements
• Support large-scale events and high-volume service periods as needed

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and operational records
• Ensure all daily reports, function sheets, and communications are completed and shared effectively
• Communicate key operational updates across shifts to ensure continuity

What We're Looking For

Experience

• 35 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or resort-style dining environment
• Experience in fast-paced, guest-centric culinary operations preferred

Education

• Culinary Diploma or equivalent experience preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to perform in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Financial awareness (food cost, labor management)
• Creativity and attention to detail in food presentation
• Team-oriented mindset with a focus on developing others

Why Join Curveball Kitchen at OKANA?

Joining Curveball Kitchen means becoming part of a dynamic culinary team that supports one of the most exciting hospitality destinations in the region. Our Curators are empowered to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact on the guest experience every day.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

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