Head Chef, Remote Lodge Kitchen Lead

Target Hospitality; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing & meals

Health coverage

Flexible spending

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

401(k) with employer match

Easy enrollment

Competitive pay

Job summary

Target Hospitality is seeking a Head Chef to lead culinary operations at a lodge, overseeing prep, production, and service while maintaining safety and quality standards. You will manage a kitchen team, schedule staff, and partner with the Chef on menu strategy.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in culinary roles, strong English communication, and leadership abilities. This position requires long rotations away from home and a background check; housing and meals are provided on rotation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience, preferably in remote camps or hospitality.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Food safety certification is an asset.
• First aid certification is an asset.
• Strong prioritization and time management.
• Willingness to travel and work long rotations away from home.
• Must pass a background check and urinalysis.
• Must provide your own transportation to and from the facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safety culture by following SOPs, JSAs, and policies.
• Coordinate and oversee the handling, preparation, production, and timely service of all meals per Chef's standards.
• Lead kitchen staff involved in meal preparation and service.
• Provide culinary guidance and leadership to the team and new employees.
• Define work schedules and responsibilities for direct reports.
• Assist the Chef in the review process for team members.
• Run daily safety meetings with staff.
• Discuss menu preparation and production strategy with the Chef daily.
• Prepare meals as per menu plan and Chef specifications.
• Ensure adequate quantities per menu plan and production quotas.
• Update menu boards each meal period.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (grills, mixers, kettles, ovens).
• Serve foods in line with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Properly store, rotate, and discard expired food per HACCP/FIFO.
• Maintain stock to a minimum two-week supply, longer if transportation is disrupted.
• Coordinate inventory and ordering planning.
• Exceed guest needs with world-class service.
• Attend safety meetings and participate in emergency procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Food safety

English proficiency

Job description

Target Hospitality is seeking a Head Chef to lead culinary operations at a lodge, overseeing prep, production, and service while maintaining safety and quality standards. You will manage a kitchen team, schedule staff, and partner with the Chef on menu strategy.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in culinary roles, strong English communication, and leadership abilities. This position requires long rotations away from home and a background check; housing and meals are provided on rotation.