Chef de Cuisine — Lead Luxury Dining & Culinary Team

Cliff House Maine; Cape Neddick (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cliff House Maine seeks a Chef de Cuisine to head our signature restaurant, overseeing breakfast, lunch, dinner, In‑Room Dining and The Terrace. This role reports to the Resort Executive Chef and drives culinary quality, financial performance, and guest experiences.

You will lead a diverse culinary team with strong communication, set seasonal, place‑driven menus, and ensure safety, portion control, and consistent presentation across all outlets.

Qualifications

• Five+ years culinary experience with 3+ years in leadership.
• Experience managing food and labor costs.
• Proven leadership of diverse, international teams.
• Mastery of classical and contemporary culinary techniques.
• Adaptable leader in multi-outlet operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead signature restaurant culinary department and set standards.
• Provide structured training and development for an international team.
• Oversee operations for three meals, In‑Room Dining, and seasonal outlet.
• Develop distinctive seasonal, place-driven menus.
• Manage recipes, portions, inventory, and cost controls.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation, Serve Safe certified.
• Coordinate with FOH for guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Financial acumen

Menu development

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Cliff House Maine seeks a Chef de Cuisine to head our signature restaurant, overseeing breakfast, lunch, dinner, In‑Room Dining and The Terrace. This role reports to the Resort Executive Chef and drives culinary quality, financial performance, and guest experiences.

You will lead a diverse culinary team with strong communication, set seasonal, place‑driven menus, and ensure safety, portion control, and consistent presentation across all outlets.