Chef de Cuisine

Gravity Haus; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

All-In Gravity Haus Membership

Job summary

Gravity Haus Steamboat Springs is seeking a Chef de Cuisine who reports directly to the General Manager and owns all daily kitchen operations and the culinary team at Unravel Coffee and White Rabbit Tavern located inside Gravity Haus Steamboat. You will oversee menu execution, food quality, cost control, inventory, and safe kitchen practices while mentoring BOH staff and leading seasonal event service.

Responsibilities include hiring and training, managing performance, and ensuring high

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of progressive culinary experience, including 2–4 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and high-volume kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated leadership with training and mentoring team members.
• Proven ability to maintain food quality, safety, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and BOH team efficiency.
• Lead menu development, seasonal updates, and recipe development.
• Manage staffing, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance.
• Work hands-on when needed and adapt staffing to seasonal demands.
• Control food/labor costs, purchasing, inventory, and waste; ensure safety regulations.
• Lead kitchen during shifts, drive engagement, and partner with FOH for guest experience.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff training

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Menu development

Operations management

Education

Food Safety Manager certification

Job description

Description

The Chef de Cuisine reports directly to the General Manager and has full ownership of daily kitchen operations and the culinary team at Unravel Coffee and White Rabbit Tavern located inside Gravity Haus Steamboat. This role is responsible for menu execution, food quality and consistency, food cost, inventory, purchasing, waste management, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. The Chef de Cuisine leads all back of house employees, actively participates in hiring and training, manages performance and service execution, and ensures the kitchen consistently operates efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations, including prep, production, and service, ensuring all dishes meet Gravity Haus standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Lead menu development, seasonal updates, recipe development, and special event planning.
• Drive performance management by training, mentoring, coaching, and evaluating kitchen staff; provide ongoing development and cross‑training across stations.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management for all BOH employees.
• Work hands‑on in the kitchen as needed, including serving as a prep cook during seasonal operations and performing all BOH duties when required. During slower seasons, this role may be the sole kitchen employee and is responsible for independently managing all BOH operations.
• Adapt staffing levels, scheduling, and kitchen responsibilities to seasonal business demands, ensuring BOH labor is appropriately managed while maintaining operational and service standards.
• Manage purchasing, receiving, invoice management, inventory, product rotation, waste, and cost control.
• Monitor and own food and labor costs to align with budget targets and financial goals.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations; oversee temperature logs, product labeling, product rotation, safe food handling, and overall kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Lead the kitchen team during shifts, maintaining high standards, accountability, morale, and a collaborative, positive work environment.
• Lead banquets, member events, and other special functions, ensuring consistent execution and quality.
• Act as the culinary leader for the property, with full responsibility for kitchen operations and BOH team performance, reporting directly to the General Manager.
• Partner with FOH and property leadership to ensure strong communication, seamless service, and an exceptional guest experience across all outlets.
• Lead and develop our One Haus Strategy by participating in the success of every outlet on property and supporting the success of the broader Gravity Haus experience.
• Execute any other responsibilities assigned by the General Manager or leadership.

What We're Looking For

• 4-6 years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 2-4 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and high-volume kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience training and mentoring team members.
• Proven ability to maintain food quality, consistency, and safety standards.
• Night and weekend availability.
• Food Safety Manager certification (or ability to obtain).

Preferred

• Previous experience in hotels, resorts, or multi‑outlet operations.
• Exposure to both à la carte service and banquets/events.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Passion for ingredient‑driven cuisine, sustainability, and hospitality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods of time (up to 8–10 hours).
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Manual dexterity for handling kitchen tools and equipment safely.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

About Gravity Haus

Gravity Haus is a community‑driven adventure lifestyle brand with hotels, restaurants, and experiences that empower a modern way of travel. We create spaces where locals and travelers connect, refuel, and play — all rooted in the spirit of the outdoors and intentional living.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values, which guide our culture, service, and growth:

• Keep Growing
• Bring Others Along
• Create Powerful Moments
• Be "All-In" + Go the Distance
• Make it Better than You Found It

We're looking for team members who share these values and want to make a meaningful impact in both their work and community.

What We Can Offer You

When you join Gravity Haus, you're not just taking a job — you're stepping into a community with benefits, perks, and opportunities to grow. Full‑time team members enjoy health insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and an All‑In Gravity Haus Membership that includes adventure perks like discounted stays, gear rentals, wellness programming, and more. Part‑time team member benefits vary.