Chef de Cuisine - Vicolo & Solfina

BENCHMARK; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for Vicolo and Solfina at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. You will lead all kitchen operations, ensuring luxury quality, innovation, profitability, and team development in a dynamic resort setting.

The role requires at least 5 years of leadership in upscale dining, with Italian/Mediterranean cuisine experience preferred and strong financial and operational skills to drive excellence and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience in upscale or luxury dining.
• Experience with Italian and Mediterranean cuisine preferred.
• Strong leadership, financial acumen, and operational expertise.
• Proven success developing high-performing culinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations for Vicolo and Solfina.
• Execute restaurant concepts, menus, recipes, and culinary standards.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development and seasonal changes.
• Manage labor productivity, scheduling, and payroll controls.
• Monitor food costs, purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction.
• Maintain exceptional plate presentation and guest satisfaction standards.
• Conduct daily line checks and quality assurance inspections.
• Train, mentor, and develop Sous Chefs and culinary team members.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

Currently undergoing the most significant transformation in its nearly four-decade history, Signia Hilton Naples Grande Beach Resort is being reimagined through a comprehensive resort-wide renovation set to redefine the guest experience. Updates will introduce redesigned guest rooms and suites, vibrant culinary offerings, destination-inspired experiences, premium wellness amenities, dynamic social and gathering spaces that encourage guest connection, along with Signia Hilton's warm, anticipatory service. Naples Grande Beach Resort is set among lush mangrove forests on Florida’s Paradise Coast; Naples Grande Beach Resort is a 474-room retreat offering direct access to three miles of white sand beach. The iconic resort is currently undergoing a transformative, property-wide revitalization that will debut in early 2027, ushering in a new era of modern coastal luxury. The comprehensive reimagination will refresh guest accommodations, dining venues, public spaces and select meetings and event offerings while honoring the timeless beauty and the natural surroundings of Naples. The resort features more than 88,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, multiple dining outlets and a full-service spa, making it a premier destination for leisure travelers, groups and special events.

Whether you are just starting your career or looking to advance in the hospitality industry, we have opportunities for individuals at all levels of experience. Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit community that values teamwork, professionalism, and a passion for delivering outstanding service. We provide attractive benefits and comprehensive training programs to ensure that our employees have the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their roles.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for the overall culinary leadership of Vicolo and Solfina, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, innovation, profitability, and team development. This role directs all kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards of luxury hospitality and culinary excellence.

• Lead daily culinary operations for Vicolo and Solfina.
• Execute restaurant concepts, menus, recipes, and culinary standards.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development and seasonal changes.
• Manage labor productivity, scheduling, and payroll controls.
• Monitor food costs, purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction.
• Maintain exceptional plate presentation and guest satisfaction standards.
• Conduct daily line checks and quality assurance inspections.
• Train, mentor, and develop Sous Chefs and culinary team members.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to enhance guest experiences.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience in upscale or luxury dining.
• Experience with Italian and Mediterranean cuisine preferred.
• Strong leadership, financial acumen, and operational expertise.
• Proven success developing high-performing culinary teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as required.

Key Performance Indicators

• Guest satisfaction scores
• Food cost and labor cost performance
• Product quality and consistency standards
• Team member retention and development
• Health and sanitation inspection results

Compensation:

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.