Chef de Cuisine: Luxury Mountain Resort Lead

Goodwin Recruiting; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Relocation assistance options

Affordable housing options nearby

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead an upscale, award-winning dining concept at a premier luxury mountain resort near Winter Park, CO. The ideal candidate blends fine-dining excellence with exceptional leadership and a passion for memorable guest experiences in a Colorado mountain setting.

Responsibilities include directing daily culinary operations, mentoring a high-performing team, and creating seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients and premium proteins while

Qualifications

• Experience leading a culinary team in upscale dining.
• Strong background in fine dining and luxury hospitality.
• Proven ability to manage food costs and kitchen operations.
• Leadership, coaching, and staff development skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations for an upscale, chef-driven restaurant at a luxury mountain resort.
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Create and execute innovative, seasonal menus using local ingredients and premium proteins.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and safety.
• Manage food costs, labor, scheduling, purchasing, and inventory.
• Ensure seamless execution of elevated dinner service.
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.
• Collaborate with resort culinary leadership to enhance guest satisfaction.

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead an upscale, award-winning dining concept at a premier luxury mountain resort near Winter Park, CO. The ideal candidate blends fine-dining excellence with exceptional leadership and a passion for memorable guest experiences in a Colorado mountain setting.

Responsibilities include directing daily culinary operations, mentoring a high-performing team, and creating seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients and premium proteins while