Chef de Cuisine

BENCHMARK; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Bonus programs

Full benefits package

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality, at the Boston Marriott Burlington, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary team in a high-volume, guest-focused setting. You will develop seasonal menus, mentor staff, and ensure profitable operation while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include daily ordering, collaboration with the Restaurant Manager, and training the team on menu execution and daily specials.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or professional training required.
• Experience in high-volume professional kitchen.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Be the face of the restaurant in the hotel and community.
• Create, cost, and implement seasonal menus and specials.
• Attract, retain, and mentor culinary talent.
• Complete daily ordering using current par levels for the restaurant.
• Collaborate with Restaurant Manager to exceed guest expectations.
• Train culinary and operations team on menu and daily specials.
• Lead nightly kitchen operations, ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Manage costs to achieve profitable operations and control food costs.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Menu development

Food safety knowledge

Team mentoring

Communication

Time management

Education

Culinary degree or professional culinary training

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.About our property:At the Boston Marriott Burlington, we pride ourselves on being the best employer in the area. What sets us apart? Our culture, full benefit plans, including 401k with a company match and our lucrative bonus programs, to name a few. We are looking for talented people who have a genuine passion for service. Our Core Values involve personal development, people, and a desire for wanting them to succeed. We believe each member of our team has a key part to play in our delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. We want a hotel that people want to come to, not through. Find out today what a career with Pyramid Global Hospitality at the Boston Marriott Burlington can mean for you!What you will have an opportunity to do:We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Chef de Cuisine. This individual must have experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen and have a passion for the culinary arts. This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, respond in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally.The Chef de Cuisine will lead the planning and execution of the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for the restaurant in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable competitive quality products.If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills, the skills of your team and grow a career, then we want you!Your Role:You will serve as the “Face” of the restaurant in the hotel and communityYou will create, cost, and implement (seasonal) menus and special menusYou will attract, retain, and mentor the best culinary talentYou will complete the daily ordering using the current par levels for the restaurantYou will collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to exceed guest expectationsYou will train the restaurant culinary and operations team on the menu and daily specialsYou will conduct daily walk throughs of the kitchen, make recommendations for corrections, repairs, cleanliness concerns and improvements if needed.You will conduct daily meetings with the team to ensure their preparation, communicating all pertinent informationYou will attend weekly F&B meetings, leadership meetings, and monthly safety meeting representing the culinary teamYou will be the example that the culinary team followsYou will manage costs related to the restaurant, analyze, and control costs to achieve a profitable operationYou will have thorough knowledge of food allergens and handles any guest with food allergies with a high sense of urgencyYou will work with the culinary team to ensure prep sheets are updated and being properly used dailyYou will guide the nightly cleaning of all kitchen areas, follow up with pm stewarding crew to ensure dish area is clean and organized for the following days serviceWhat are we looking for?Someone passionate about developing a culinary teamSomeone with a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.Someone with experience as a cook in a high volume professional kitchen, with a leadership capacitySomeone with full knowledge of the state’s health codes as well as the eco sure food safety and health reportSomeone with an active Food handler’s certification is a plus, the property will provide training as neededSomeone with strong organizational skillsSomeone who is able to work independentlyHave a desire to exceed expectationsAn energetic personalityStrong organizational and time-management skills.Ability to prioritize and perform effectively during high-volume service.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Ability to provide guidance and support to other culinary team members.Culinary degree or professional culinary training required with equivalent experience.Compensation:$75,000-$85,000Pyramid 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.