Chef, Restaurant

Loews Hotels & Co; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid Sick Days

Vacation

Holidays & Paid Bereavement

Training & Development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Loews Coronado Bay Resort is seeking a passionate Restaurant Chef to blend artistry with operational excellence, crafting menus that delight while ensuring flawless execution.

You will lead a high-performing kitchen, mentor staff, maintain food safety standards, and manage inventory to optimize costs, all while delivering exceptional dining experiences in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• College, Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
• Five to Six years’ experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or high end freestanding restaurant.
• Three plus years Supervisory experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant of similar caliber

Responsibilities

• Menu Innovation: Design and develop seasonal menus and specials that elevate the dining experience and align with the restaurant’s concept.
• Kitchen Leadership: Oversee daily operations, guiding a talented team of chefs and cooks to deliver exceptional quality and presentation.
• Food Safety & Standards: Champion best practices in sanitation and compliance, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards.
• Inventory & Cost Management: Optimize ingredient usage, control costs, and maintain stock levels to support smooth operations.
• Team Development: Inspire and mentor your team through training and hands-on guidance, building a kitchen culture rooted in creativity and collaboration.
• Guest Engagement: Interact with guests when appropriate, gathering feedback and ensuring every dining experience exceeds expectations.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

College, Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

Job description

Loews Coronado Bay Resort offers careers at a secluded waterfront retreat near San Diego’s top attractions and the Pacific Ocean. Team members create memorable guest experiences across a 15-acre peninsula with bay views, 440 rooms and suites, a spa, recreation, and 70,000 square feet of meeting space.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer:

• Competitive health & wellness benefits
• retirement benefits
• Paid Sick Days
• Vacation
• Holidays & Paid Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities
• Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Member Hotel Rates, discounts, & other perks
• Discounts on spa retail and services
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Complimentary parking
• Community volunteer opportunities

Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position.

What We’re Looking For:

A passionate and innovative Restaurant Chef who will bring artistry and precision to every plate. You’ll be the driving force behind a kitchen that blends creativity with operational excellence, crafting menus that surprise and delight while ensuring flawless execution. This role is about more than cooking—it’s about shaping memorable dining experiences that reflect Loews’ commitment to quality and sophistication.

Who You Are:

• Culinary Visionary: You see food as an art form and thrive on creating dishes that inspire and impress
• Operational Leader: You balance creativity with structure, ensuring the kitchen runs like a well‑oiled machine
• Trend Enthusiast: You stay ahead of culinary trends, bringing fresh ideas and global flavors to the table
• Mentor and Motivator: You lead with confidence, fostering a culture of learning, teamwork, and excellence
• Calm Under Pressure: You excel in fast‑paced environments, delivering consistency even during peak service

Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Do:

• Menu Innovation: Design and develop seasonal menus and specials that elevate the dining experience and align with the restaurant’s concept
• Kitchen Leadership: Oversee daily operations, guiding a talented team of chefs and cooks to deliver exceptional quality and presentation
• Food Safety & Standards: Champion best practices in sanitation and compliance, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards
• Inventory & Cost Management: Optimize ingredient usage, control costs, and maintain stock levels to support smooth operations
• Team Development: Inspire and mentor your team through training and hands‑on guidance, building a kitchen culture rooted in creativity and collaboration
• Guest Engagement: Interact with guests when appropriate, gathering feedback and ensuring every dining experience exceeds expectations
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications Include:

• College, Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
• Five to Six years’ experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or high end freestanding restaurant
• Three plus years Supervisory experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant of similar caliber

Who You’ll Supervise:

Restaurant Culinary Department

Salary range for this position, based on experience, is $80,300.00 to $100,400.00.

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart. Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering. Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco‑friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us.

Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.