Chef de Cuisine

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

401K

Hotel discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Rand Tower Hotel, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property in Minneapolis, seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead daily kitchen operations and culinary staff. You’ll oversee food preparation, menu execution, sanitation, inventory, and team development while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Join a growing company known for service excellence, with opportunities to mentor staff, control costs, and collaborate with leadership to meet guest satisfaction and financial goals.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• Sous Chef or supervisory culinary position preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu planning, and cost control.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations and culinary staff.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control standards.
• Assist with menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal offerings.
• Manage scheduling, staffing, training, and performance coaching of kitchen employees.
• Maintain food cost controls and labor budgets.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, and product receiving.
• Ensure compliance with all health department, sanitation, OSHA, and food safety regulations.
• Monitor kitchen productivity and workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate with restaurant leadership to achieve financial and guest satisfaction goals.
• Resolve guest concerns related to food quality and service.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assume responsibility for all kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Sous Chef experience

Food preparation techniques

ServSafe Certification

Leadership

Inventory management

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 Rand Tower, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, we consistently rise above the competition. We are an Employer of Choice—we understand that the care of our team members is as important as the service we provide to our guests and the communities around us. If you have a genuine passion for hospitality, come and join our team. You will have an important role in the delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. You will have fun, learn and be part of a successful journey at a growing company. Find out today what a career at the Rand Tower Hotel with Pyramid Global Hospitality can mean for you!

What You Will Have An Opportunity To Do

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for the overall management and daily operations of the kitchen. This role oversees food preparation, quality standards, menu execution, sanitation compliance, inventory management, labor control, and team development while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. The Chef de Cuisine works closely with the Executive Chef to maintain culinary excellence and operational efficiency.

What are we looking for?

Essential Functions

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations and culinary staff.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control standards.
• Assist with menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal offerings.
• Manage scheduling, staffing, training, and performance coaching of kitchen employees.
• Maintain food cost controls and labor budgets.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, and product receiving.
• Ensure compliance with all health department, sanitation, OSHA, and food safety regulations.
• Monitor kitchen productivity and workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate with restaurant leadership to achieve financial and guest satisfaction goals.
• Resolve guest concerns related to food quality and service.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assume responsibility for all kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or comparable supervisory culinary position preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu planning, and cost control.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and purchasing procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot, fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions.

Benefits Info

• We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accidental or illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wonderful hotel discounts and much more!

Compensation

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.