Specialty Chef De Cuisine

About the role

The Specialty Chef de Cuisine will lead the culinary operations of a dedicated specialty dining concept within an exclusive luxury destination. Reporting to senior hospitality management, you will shape menus, ensure impeccable food quality, and drive a memorable guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations for the assigned specialty concept.
• Develop, test, cost, and standardize menus and recipes that reflect the brand’s identity and quality standards.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, portioning, and presentation to guarantee consistency.
• Plan production for regular service, private functions, events, and special occasions.
• Supervise Chef de Parties, Demi Chefs de Partie, Commis, Kitchen Stewards and other team members.
• Prepare staffing plans, duty rosters, and service schedules.
• Conduct daily briefings, tastings, training sessions and operational meetings.
• Coach, motivate and develop the culinary team to achieve high performance.
• Monitor attendance, grooming, conduct and compliance with kitchen procedures.
• Ensure adherence to food‑safety, hygiene, sanitation, health, fire and workplace‑safety regulations.

Required profile

• Proven culinary expertise with a strong track record in specialty or fine‑dining environments.
• Leadership ability to manage and develop a diverse kitchen team.
• Creative mindset for menu innovation and recipe development.
• Commercial awareness and cost‑control experience.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Required skills

• Menu development
• Recipe costing
• Food safety compliance