Executive Chef – Italian Restaurant (Hotel Opening)

Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hotel accommodation

Relocation assistance

Flight tickets

Meals included

Bonus

Job summary

Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants is seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine for a prestigious Italian restaurant in the Caribbean region, backed by a US-based HQ. The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of hotel or upscale restaurant experience in authentic Italian cuisine and a hands-on, creative approach.

You will lead the kitchen team with strong leadership and ensure exceptional dining quality. Key requirements include restaurant-opening experience, willingness to relocate or travel,

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of Italian cuisine in hotel or upscale restaurant.
• Strong leadership and staff training abilities.
• Hands-on with creative menu development and multitasking.
• Experience opening a restaurant is required.
• Island experience is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Italian restaurant.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff; schedule and motivate.
• Monitor food quality and maintain high standards.
• Lead and build a strong kitchen team.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Leadership

Team leadership

Creativity

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants is seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine for a prestigious Italian restaurant in the Caribbean region, backed by a US-based HQ. The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of hotel or upscale restaurant experience in authentic Italian cuisine and a hands-on, creative approach.

You will lead the kitchen team with strong leadership and ensure exceptional dining quality. Key requirements include restaurant-opening experience, willingness to relocate or travel,