Executive Chef - Historic Cuisine & Kitchen Leadership

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation seeks a Chef de Cuisine at Campbell's Tavern in Williamsburg, VA. This leadership role oversees production, staff training, and menu development, delivering high-quality cuisine in a high-volume historic setting.

A strong focus on cost control, sanitation, and collaboration with the Restaurant Manager is required. The role requires a Culinary Degree with 5 years of managerial kitchen experience plus a Virginia driver’s license and a proven ability to manage

Qualifications

• Culinary degree and 5 years’ managerial kitchen experience.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, P&L, budgeting, and menu development.
• Experience with luxury hotel, resort, and restaurant operations.
• Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production and ensure consistency with established standards and cost controls.
• Train, supervise, counsel, and motivate kitchen staff to deliver high-quality, timely meals.
• Develop breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus aligned with brand standards and outlets policies.
• Coordinate with Restaurant Manager to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Monitor inventory, forecasting, and ordering to maintain freshness and cost efficiency.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and HACCP practices across all kitchen operations.

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation seeks a Chef de Cuisine at Campbell's Tavern in Williamsburg, VA. This leadership role oversees production, staff training, and menu development, delivering high-quality cuisine in a high-volume historic setting.

A strong focus on cost control, sanitation, and collaboration with the Restaurant Manager is required. The role requires a Culinary Degree with 5 years of managerial kitchen experience plus a Virginia driver’s license and a proven ability to manage