Head Chef — Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

Job summary

The Wolseley Hotel NY in New York is seeking a Head Chef to lead all kitchen operations, shaping seasonally driven menus and maintaining the brand’s high standards. You will oversee food preparation, maintain exceptional quality, and drive profitability in a luxury hotel setting.

Reporting to the Director of Restaurant and Bars and collaborating with senior management, you will manage menus, costs, hygiene, staff training, and vendor relations to elevate guest experience and brand reputation.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management
• Strong culinary leadership
• Budgeting and cost control
• Menu development and seasonal planning

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations delivering seasonally driven cuisine to the highest quality and presentation.
• Oversee menu development, cost control, hygiene compliance, and profitability.
• Train and motivate a high‑performing culinary team and align with senior management.

Job description

The Wolseley Hotel NY in New York is seeking a Head Chef to lead all kitchen operations, shaping seasonally driven menus and maintaining the brand’s high standards. You will oversee food preparation, maintain exceptional quality, and drive profitability in a luxury hotel setting.

Reporting to the Director of Restaurant and Bars and collaborating with senior management, you will manage menus, costs, hygiene, staff training, and vendor relations to elevate guest experience and brand reputation.