Lead Chef de Cuisine – Create WOW Moments in Luxury Kitchens

Montage Hotels & Resorts; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company-m\

Job summary

Montage Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead a premier kitchen, crafting memorable dining experiences. You will manage staff, curate menus with the Executive Chef, and control costs while ensuring exceptional guest service.

Qualifications include 3+ years in culinary supervision, strong communication, and flexibility to work weekends/holidays. Luxury hotel experience is a plus and progression opportunities are available in a dynamic, guest-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Budgetary analysis capabilities; knowledge a plus.
• Luxury hotel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and order all items for all menus, create order sheets and inventory systems.
• Manage inventory and reduce breakage/lailure of china and equipment with the Executive Steward.
• Assist in maintaining cost through recipe costing and scheduling standards.
• Execute production and plating in a timely, efficient manner to meet guest expectations.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and supervise sous chefs and cooks.
• Implement cost control measures and revenue strategies to maximize profitability.
• Create staffing schedules ensuring appropriate coverage.
• Oversee menu development with Executive Chef and culinary innovation.
• Ensure safety and sanitation policies are followed.
• Deliver WOW moments to guests and take on additional duties as needed.

Skills

Culinary supervision

Team leadership

Communication skills

Budget analysis

Flexibility

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Montage Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead a premier kitchen, crafting memorable dining experiences. You will manage staff, curate menus with the Executive Chef, and control costs while ensuring exceptional guest service.

Qualifications include 3+ years in culinary supervision, strong communication, and flexibility to work weekends/holidays. Luxury hotel experience is a plus and progression opportunities are available in a dynamic, guest-focused environment.