Chef de Cuisine - Task Force

The Westin at Frenchman's Reef; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc service

Free maintenance medications

Pet insurance

Hotel discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401K match

Job summary

The Westin at Frenchman''s Reef in St. Thomas invites applications for Task Force Chef de Cuisine to lead kitchen operations, plan menus, and manage costs. You will supervise cooks, stewarding, and storeroom staff, coordinating with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Required is strong cooking and at least 5 years of kitchen leadership experience with a focus on banquet service; English fluency and a valid Food/Beverage permit where applicable are expected.

Qualifications

• Read, write and speak and understand English.
• Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them.
• Minimum 2 years Banquet Chef experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years cooking experience.
• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
• Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.
• Minimum 2 years kitchen management experience.
• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred.
• No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of food preparation, kitchen, pantry and storeroom personnel.
• Purchase and requisition ingredients, kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Participate in planning menus and controlling costs.
• Supervise Stewarding to ensure cleanliness of kitchen and equipment.
• Supervise Cooks to ensure quality and presentation.
• Supervise inventory, storage and distribution of food and supplies.

Skills

Cooking experience

Kitchen management

Banquet chef experience

Communication skills

Financial goals

English proficiency

Age requirement

Culinary degree

Education

College degree or culinary/hospitality certification

Job description

Property Description

Join the elite team at The Westin at Frenchman's Reef in breathtaking St. Thomas! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Caribbean, our reimagined resort is where luxury meets tropical paradise. We're looking for passionate and driven individuals to help us deliver world-class hospitality in a setting like no other. With exceptional amenities, including pristine beaches, a state-of-the-art spa, multiple dining options, and endless adventure opportunities, The Westin at Frenchman's Reef offers a dynamic work environment where your talents can shine. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to create unforgettable experiences for our guests in one of the world's most coveted destinations. Elevate your career in hospitality by joining us and be a part of the excitement and energy at The Westin at Frenchman's Reef.

Overview

The Task Force Chef de Cuisine works closely with Executive Chef, supervising and coordinating activities of food preparation, kitchen, pantry, and storeroom personnel. Purchase and requisition ingredients, kitchen supplies and equipment. Participates in planning menus, preparing and portioning and controlling costs. Supervises Stewarding to ensure cleanliness of kitchen and equipment. Supervises Cooks to ensure quality and observe preparation and appearance standards. Supervises workers engaged in inventory, storage, and distribution of food and supplies.

Qualifications

Read, write and speak and understand English.

Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them.

Minimum 2 years Banquet Chef experience preferred.

Minimum 5 years cooking experience.

Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable.

Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.

Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.

Minimum 2 years kitchen management experience.

College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred.

No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.