Chef, Restaurant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Loews Coronado Bay Resort is seeking a passionate Restaurant Chef to lead a kitchen that blends artistry with operational excellence. You will design seasonal menus, mentor a team of chefs, and ensure flawless execution across service periods.

We value culinary vision, leadership, and a calm demeanor under pressure, with 5–6 years in upscale hotel dining and 3+ years supervising teams. Join a team that delivers memorable dining experiences with Loews' signature quality.

Qualifications

• College, Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
• Five to Six years' experience in quality food production in an upscale hotel or 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.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Food safety standards

Team development

Calm under pressure

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

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 benefitsPaid Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays & Paid BereavementTraining & Development opportunitiesPet Insurance & Pet BereavementTuition ReimbursementTeam Member Hotel Rates, discounts, & other perksDiscounts on spa retail and servicesComplimentary meals in Team Member Café while workingComplimentary parkingCommunity volunteer opportunitiesBenefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by positionWhat 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 impressOperational Leader: You balance creativity with structure, ensuring the kitchen runs like a well-oiled machineTrend Enthusiast: You stay ahead of culinary trends, bringing fresh ideas and global flavors to the tableMentor and Motivator: You lead with confidence, fostering a culture of learning, teamwork, and excellenceCalm Under Pressure: You excel in fast-paced environments, delivering consistency even during peak serviceVeterans and military spouses are encouraged to applyWhat You'll Do:Menu Innovation: Design and develop seasonal menus and specials that elevate the dining experience and align with the restaurant's conceptKitchen Leadership: Oversee daily operations, guiding a talented team of chefs and cooks to deliver exceptional quality and presentationFood Safety & Standards: Champion best practices in sanitation and compliance, ensuring every dish meets the highest standardsInventory & Cost Management: Optimize ingredient usage, control costs, and maintain stock levels to support smooth operationsTeam Development: Inspire and mentor your team through training and hands-on guidance, building a kitchen culture rooted in creativity and collaborationGuest Engagement: Interact with guests when appropriate, gathering feedback and ensuring every dining experience exceeds expectationsRegular attendance in conformance with standardsMay be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needsRequired to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetingsPerform other duties as assignedYour Qualifications Include:College, Culinary degree or equivalent professional trainingFive 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 caliberWho You'll Supervise:Restaurant Culinary DepartmentSalary range for this position, based on experience, is $80,300.00 to $100,400.00.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.