Job Description: High-End Chef de cuisine (Luxury Background)

Position: High-End Chef de cuisine

Location: Odessa, Texas

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80K - $100K + Bonus + Relocation

We are seeking a talented and experienced High-End Chef de cuisine to join our luxury culinary team. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate professional with a background in high-end dining to bring their expertise to a distinguished establishment known for its exceptional standards and exclusive clientele. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Chef de cuisine will play a pivotal role in crafting memorable dining experiences while maintaining the impeccable reputation of the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design and execute innovative menus that reflect seasonal and luxury cuisine trends.
• Maintain rigorous quality standards to ensure each dish embodies perfection in taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including inventory management, food sourcing, and adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Lead and mentor a team of skilled culinary professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and respect.
• Ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe and hygienic work environment at all times.
• Supervise food preparation and production during service hours, ensuring smooth, efficient operations under intense time constraints.
• Identify opportunities for refinement and growth, applying creativity and attention to detail to every aspect of the kitchen.
• Support the establishment's mission to provide extraordinary dining experiences, ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Luxury culinary experience with a minimum of 5 years in fine dining, luxury hotels, or Michelin-starred establishments.
• Proven track record of leadership in high-pressure environments, including experience managing diverse kitchen teams.
• Strong technical proficiency in luxury cooking techniques, plating, and international cuisines.
• Unwavering commitment to excellence in service and hospitality, with an innate understanding of luxury clientele.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills, capable of multi-tasking across complex operations.
• Culinary degree or certification from a reputed institution preferred.
• A creative mindset paired with the discipline to maintain consistency across all culinary offerings.