Chef de Cuisine

CHEF DE CUISINE

Luxury Lifestyle Hotel • Florida • USD $120,000 - $130,000 + Bonus

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Chef de Cuisine for a luxury lifestyle hotel in Florida. This is a senior culinary leadership role with full accountability for the quality, consistency, and production of a signature restaurant kitchen. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary leader with a passion for creativity, strong team development skills, and the commercial acumen to manage kitchen operations at the highest standard.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead all restaurant kitchen operations, ensuring consistently exceptional food quality, presentation, and service standards
• Develop and execute creative menus, daily specials, and seasonal offerings that reflect the restaurant's identity
• Supervise and coordinate the kitchen team across all service periods, managing scheduling, training, and performance
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and correct storage standards at all times
• Manage food costing, inventory, purchasing, and production planning to meet budgeted goals
• Train and develop kitchen team members, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture
• Handle guest feedback on food quality and continually drive improvement in the dining experience
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and food handling regulations

WHAT YOU BRING

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Senior Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant environment
• Michelin restaurant experience is highly preferred
• Strong culinary skills with a creative approach to menu development and food presentation
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a kitchen brigade
• Solid financial acumen including food costing, budget management, and inventory control
• Excellent understanding of food safety standards and kitchen operations
• Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Valid US work authorization required

WHAT'S OFFERED

• USD $120,000 - $130,000 per year plus bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package