Mission Inn Restaurant Chef D' Cuisine

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Employee dining and hotel discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, California. This role is responsible for leading day-to-day operations in the kitchen, ensuring food quality, and maintaining standards of sanitation.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree and 3–5 years of leadership experience in a luxury environment. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a luxury hotel, resort, or fine dining environment.
• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes that meet the hotel's culinary standards.
• Train, mentor, schedule, and evaluate kitchen team members.

Skills

Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training

3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience

Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques

Proven leadership, coaching, and team-building skills

Experience with menu development

Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Inventory management and purchasing software

Job description

Position Summary

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for leading the day-to-day culinary operations of an assigned restaurant or outlet at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. This role oversees kitchen staff, ensures exceptional food quality and presentation, maintains food safety and sanitation standards, and supports the Executive Chef in delivering an outstanding dining experience that reflects the hotel’s commitment to excellence and hospitality.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes that meet The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa's culinary standards.
• Train, mentor, schedule, and evaluate kitchen team members to promote professional growth and accountability.
• Assist in developing seasonal menus, daily specials, and banquet offerings.
• Monitor food preparation to ensure recipes, portion control, and presentation standards are consistently followed.
• Manage food and labor costs by controlling inventory, minimizing waste, and optimizing productivity.
• Order food, beverages, and kitchen supplies while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health regulations, including food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to enhance guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Address guest concerns related to food quality in a professional and timely manner.
• Support special events, holiday functions, weddings, banquets, and other hotel culinary operations as needed.
• Maintain accurate records for inventory, food costs, and kitchen performance.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in a luxury hotel, resort, or fine dining environment.
• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team‑building skills.
• Experience with menu development, food costing, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.
• Manual dexterity to operate kitchen equipment safely.

Preferred Skills

• Fine dining and banquet production experience.
• Knowledge of wine pairings and luxury hospitality service standards.
• Experience using inventory management and purchasing software.
• Strong commitment to guest satisfaction, teamwork, and culinary innovation.

Benefits (if applicable)

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee dining and hotel discounts
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for career advancement within The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

Compensation

$75,000 - $90,000

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.