Chef De Cuisine

The Longboard [St. Thomas]; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance 50/50

Health plan access (dental/vision)

Paid Time Off / Sick Days

Dining discounts

Job summary

The Longboard St. Thomas is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead and elevate our seafood-forward, coastal Caribbean dining experience. You will set the culinary direction, mentor a sizeable kitchen team, and ensure exceptional hospitality that aligns with our vibrant, island vibe.

Candidates should bring a passion for delicious food, strong coaching skills, and a calm, solution‑driven approach. This role oversees hiring and developing staff to sustain operational excellence and guest delight.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in high-volume kitchens
• Strong hospitality focus and guest experience mindset
• Demonstrated ability to train and retain a large restaurant team
• Ability to coach staff and maintain calm under pressure
• Experience hiring and developing restaurant staff

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute superior guest experiences through food and hospitality
• Lead and develop a high-performing restaurant team
• Champion brand vibe and hospitality standards across the dining program
• Set milestones across culinary program, team culture, and guest experience

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Culinary

Team Building

Hiring

Problem Solving

Job description

THE LONGBOARD [ST. THOMAS] - CHEF DE CUISINE

[Full-Time Qualification Required. Terms and Conditions Apply]

PERKS

• Group Health Insurance - 50/50 Employee/Employer Contribution
• Access to Group Plan(s) including health, dental, vision, life AD&DD
• Paid Time Off / Unpaid time off / Paid Sick Days
• Dining discounts at home establishments & cross company locations.

THE ATMOSPHERE

The Longboard St. Thomas is the third iteration of the concept originally opened on St. John in the US Virgin Islands in 2015. Like its flagship, the STT location offers innovative and refined seafood-forward island fare, and a lively bar program featuring Caribbean-inspired craft cocktails. The laid-back lifestyles of St. Thomas and St. John mesh perfectly to create a relaxed, coastal vibe in a vibrant setting.

THE IDEAL MATCH

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for establishing and executing superior guest experience through excellent food and hospitality. We're looking for someone passionate about crafting delicious food, building high-performing teams, championing our brand's vibe and values, and delivering top-tier hospitality. The ideal candidate is a practiced problem solver, maintains a calm demeanor under pressure, persists in getting the job done, and enjoys coaching and working alongside a large team to improve performance and increase retention. This position oversees the hiring and development of restaurant team members, holding the standard for operational excellence. Working alongside the team, you’ll set and achieve new milestones across our culinary program, team culture, and overall guest experience.

BALANCED HOSPITALITY

The Longboard St. Thomas brings a fresh, vibrant take on coastal Caribbean dining- where tropical, casual vibes meet elevated experiences. Our restaurants are destinations that blend music, sunshine, island flavors, and top-tier hospitality into unforgettable moments. We're laid-back but dialed-in