Culinary Lead for Hale Kai – Luxury Island Dining

AccorHotel; Hawaii; On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan & matching

Discounted dining

Career development

Employee travel program

Job summary

Fairmont Orchid on Hawai‘i Island seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead Hale Kai, our casual beachfront all-day dining venue, during a multi‑million‑dollar renovation. You will inspire a culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations with excellence.

Your passion for island-inspired cuisine, leadership, and guest satisfaction will drive memorable experiences while ensuring quality, safety, and brand standards across the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in the Culinary field is required.
• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate a team and work well under fast-paced, high-pressure conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Hale Kai daily culinary operations with high quality and presentation.
• Inspire and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Create memorable dining experiences with innovative menus and premium ingredients.
• Ensure brand standards, recipes, and safety guidelines are followed.
• Communicate service expectations and changes with the kitchen team.
• Collaborate with restaurant leadership to optimize guest flow and service excellence.
• Manage labor, inventory, and cost controls to meet financial goals.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Time management

Organization

Collaboration

Guest service

Education

Diploma Certification in culinary

Job description

Fairmont Orchid on Hawai‘i Island seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead Hale Kai, our casual beachfront all-day dining venue, during a multi‑million‑dollar renovation. You will inspire a culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations with excellence.

Your passion for island-inspired cuisine, leadership, and guest satisfaction will drive memorable experiences while ensuring quality, safety, and brand standards across the kitchen.