Luxury Italian Kitchen Lead — Chef de Cuisine

BENCHMARK; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples Grande Beach Resort invites a Chef de Cuisine to lead Vicolo & Solfina, delivering luxury culinary excellence in a transformed resort.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop menus with the Executive Chef, manage labor and costs, ensure safety and quality, and mentor a high-performing culinary team.

This full-time role requires evening and weekend availability and offers a competitive compensation package and growth opportunities in a premier Florida dining program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience in upscale or luxury dining.
• Experience with Italian and Mediterranean cuisine preferred.
• Strong leadership, financial acumen, and operational expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations for Vicolo & Solfina.
• Execute restaurant concepts, menus, recipes, and culinary standards.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development and seasonal changes.
• Manage labor productivity, scheduling, and payroll controls.
• Monitor food costs, purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction.
• Maintain exceptional plate presentation and guest satisfaction standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop Sous Chefs and culinary team members.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to enhance guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Menu development

Food cost control

Kitchen operations

Job description

Naples Grande Beach Resort invites a Chef de Cuisine to lead Vicolo & Solfina, delivering luxury culinary excellence in a transformed resort.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop menus with the Executive Chef, manage labor and costs, ensure safety and quality, and mentor a high-performing culinary team.

This full-time role requires evening and weekend availability and offers a competitive compensation package and growth opportunities in a premier Florida dining program.