Chef de Cuisine: Poolside Resort Kitchen Leader

Grand Hyatt

Koloa (HI)

On-site

USD 97,000 - 156,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Koloa, HI seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the Hale Nalu Poolside Restaurant team, craft fresh menus, and elevate guest experiences. You will mentor kitchen staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory and costs, and collaborate with restaurant leadership to deliver high-quality, memorable dining in a vibrant resort setting.

The role requires a minimum of 3+ years in progressive culinary leadership, with a proven ability to develop diverse teams, and strong

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop diverse culinary teams.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-volume, high-expectation resort environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all daily kitchen operations for the restaurant, ensuring consistent execution of high-quality cuisine.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef on menu development, seasonal updates, and special offerings.
  • Train, mentor, and supervise all kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional team culture.
  • Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and ECOSURE standards.
  • Manage inventory, purchasing, and cost controls to meet financial and quality goals.
  • Ensure proper equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.
  • Partner with restaurant leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
  • Review sales and guest feedback to continuously improve menu performance and satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary leadership
Team development
Communication
Organizational skills
Problem solving

Job description

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Koloa, HI seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the Hale Nalu Poolside Restaurant team, craft fresh menus, and elevate guest experiences. You will mentor kitchen staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory and costs, and collaborate with restaurant leadership to deliver high-quality, memorable dining in a vibrant resort setting.

The role requires a minimum of 3+ years in progressive culinary leadership, with a proven ability to develop diverse teams, and strong

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