Rooftop Chef de Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired Dining Lead

Starwood Hotels; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels is seeking a creative, inspiring Chef de Cuisine to head the rooftop kitchen for Watr Restaurant. The role requires leadership of all kitchen operations, ensuring flawless guest experiences and teamwork.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of similar experience, a post-secondary diploma is a plus, and strong communication skills to manage a 24-hour operation and drive financial performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of similar work experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary operations; strong leader with a track record in guest and team engagement and financial performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you’ll head the rooftop kitchen operation, ensuring no detail is overlooked and the team collaborates to optimize the guest experience and deliver an unforgettable meal.
• Lead and coordinate the kitchen team to meet high standards and financial targets while maintaining operational excellence.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Guest engagement

Team leadership

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Job description

Starwood Hotels is seeking a creative, inspiring Chef de Cuisine to head the rooftop kitchen for Watr Restaurant. The role requires leadership of all kitchen operations, ensuring flawless guest experiences and teamwork.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of similar experience, a post-secondary diploma is a plus, and strong communication skills to manage a 24-hour operation and drive financial performance.