Chef de Cuisine — Luxury Hotel Fine Dining Leader

BENCHMARK; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Employee dining and hotel discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BENCHMARK is seeking a Chef de Cuisine who will lead the culinary operations at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. In this role, you will supervise the kitchen team, ensure high food quality, and uphold safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a culinary degree, 3-5 years of leadership experience, and strong culinary skills.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $90,000, health benefits, and several opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen team members.
• Manage food and labor costs.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Culinary leadership experience

Menu development

Food safety regulations knowledge

Team-building skills

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

BENCHMARK is seeking a Chef de Cuisine who will lead the culinary operations at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. In this role, you will supervise the kitchen team, ensure high food quality, and uphold safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a culinary degree, 3-5 years of leadership experience, and strong culinary skills.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $90,000, health benefits, and several opportunities for professional development and career advancement.