Chef de Tournant

Montage International; Bluffton (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Free meals

Hotel discounts

LinkedIn Learning membership

Parental leave pay differential

Pet Insurance

Fertility & Family Forming Assistance

Job summary

Montage International seeks a Chef de Tournant to lead culinary operations and inspire a high-performing team in a luxury hotel setting. You will drive menu development, maintain quality standards, and ensure safe, efficient kitchen operations.

The role offers growth, teamwork, and guest-centered service in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, strong communication, and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences while embracing new concepts and

Qualifications

• Three years of previous culinary supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Embrace Technology – continually learn, adapt, and master new operating systems.
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure leadership coverage in all areas of the culinary division.
• Support chefs in hiring, training, and supervision of the culinary department.
• Evaluate performance and provide guidance and discipline as needed.
• Write and update menu specifications, recipes, and production forecasts.
• Schedule culinary staffing to balance coverage with payroll costs.
• Assist with payroll, ordering and inventory for all kitchens.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies.
• Maintain proper receiving, storage, labeling, dating and inventory controls.
• Monitor equipment cleanliness and daily kitchen hygiene.
• Strive to create WOW moments for guests and colleagues.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Tech savvy

New menu concepts

Flexible schedule

Luxury hotel experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

Chef de Tournant

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Montage, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Montage is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.

Your Leadership

• Ensures leadership coverage in all areas is fulfilled and supports on all key areas of the culinary division.
• Supports all chefs on the hiring, training, and direct supervision of the hotel’s culinary department.
• Evaluate performance; lend guidance, leadership, and discipline as needed to the kitchens.
• Write, maintain and update all menu specifications, recipes and pictures, production forecasts, and ensure same are being followed.
• Review and schedule culinary staffing so that proper coverage is maintained while maintaining payroll costs in line.
• Assist with payroll, ordering and inventory for all kitchens.
• Ensure the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies.
• Monitor to ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products so as to comply with Health Department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers of kitchen and service.
• Check to see that all equipment in the kitchen is clean and in proper working condition, review daily cleanliness practices with culinary team and keep up with daily cleaning schedule.
• Have the desire to create WOW moments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs.

About You

• You are passionate about creating an exceptional culinary experience.
• You are exceptional in leading a team.
• You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same.
• You are trustworthy and have integrity.

Must Haves

• Three years of previous culinary supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Embrace Technology – continually learn, adapt, and master to new operating system.
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus.

You will Enjoy

• DTO (Discretionary Time Off)
• Healthcare benefits
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401 [k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option
• Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees
• Fertility & Family Forming Assistance
• Parental leave pay differential
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel discounts
• Free meals
• Fitness & wellness discounts
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Hearts of Montage community engagement
• Associate’s events throughout the year

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F).

At Montage, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

At Montage, It's All Because of YOU!