Executive Culinary Leader: Creative, Guest-Centric Kitchen

Montage International; Town of Montana, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DTO (Discretionary Time Off)

Healthcare benefits

Health Savings Account and FlexibleSp

401 k retirement plan with company?m

Banking and Investing Program

Fertility & Family Forming Assistance

Parental leave pay differential

Pet Insurance

Hotel discounts

Free meals

Fitness & wellness discounts

LinkedIn Learning membership

Hearts of Montage community engagement

Associate’s events throughout the year

Job summary

Montage Big Sky is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the luxury hotel kitchen, drive menu development, supervise a culinary team, and uphold exceptional guest experiences. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to maintain quality, costs, and service standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role demands at least three years of culinary supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of managing budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of culinary supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to embrace technology and new systems.
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and order all items for all menus, create order sheets and inventory systems.
• Manage inventory, control, and loss reduction of china and equipment with Executive Steward.
• Assist in maintaining food and labor cost through recipe costing and scheduling.
• Execute production and plating in a timely, efficient manner to meet guest expectations.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including recruiting, hiring, and supervising sous chefs and cooks.
• Implement cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies.
• Create and maintain staffing schedules for appropriate coverage.
• Oversee menu development with Executive Chef and ensure creative, on-trend offerings.
• Ensure safety and sanitation policies are followed.
• Deliver guest WOW moments and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Communication

Team management

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Montage Big Sky is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the luxury hotel kitchen, drive menu development, supervise a culinary team, and uphold exceptional guest experiences. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to maintain quality, costs, and service standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role demands at least three years of culinary supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of managing budgets.