Chef de Cuisine - Join the Team!

The Westgate Hotel is a renowned luxury hotel known for its exceptional hospitality and world-class amenities. Located in a prime destination, this establishment prides itself on delivering an unforgettable guest experience that combines elegance and comfort with the highest standards of service. The hotel offers a variety of dining options that cater to diverse palates, emphasizing quality and creativity in every dish. With a commitment to excellence, the Westgate Hotel continuously seeks to uphold and enhance its culinary reputation through talented professionals dedicated to their craft. The Chef de Cuisine plays a pivotal role at the Westgate Hotel by overseeing all culinary operations and ensuring that every aspect of food production meets the hotel’s esteemed standards. This leadership position demands a dynamic and experienced culinary expert who can manage a multi-outlet kitchen environment with precision and creativity. The role involves menu development that is both innovative and seasonally inspired, setting the culinary tone across the hotel’s dining outlets. Beyond menu creation, the Chef de Cuisine is responsible for food quality control, presentation excellence, and consistent delivery of dishes to satisfy the highest expectations of guests. Moreover, the Chef de Cuisine leads the kitchen team, fostering a positive, professional atmosphere that encourages teamwork, respect, and ongoing professional development. They are integral in maintaining operational efficiency through managing inventory, vendor relations, and cost control. Financial responsibility is key, as they closely monitor both food and labor budgets to ensure profitability without compromising quality. Maintaining rigorous health, safety, and sanitation standards is also a critical aspect of this role, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and the hotel's policies. Working closely with the Food and Beverage leadership team, the Chef de Cuisine coordinates culinary efforts with restaurant management and event planning, ensuring seamless execution of dining and banquet services for both routine and special functions. They must also be adept at addressing and resolving any guest concerns professionally and swiftly, ensuring every dining experience contributes to the hotel’s reputation for outstanding service excellence. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a seasoned culinary leader who thrives in a luxury hospitality environment and is committed to advancing their career within a prestigious brand such as the Westgate Hotel.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• minimum 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience
• experience managing large kitchen teams
• strong knowledge of culinary techniques and menu development
• excellent leadership and communication skills
• ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• strong financial management skills
• bilingual in English and Spanish
• ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• ability to work in a hot environment
• ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs