Chef de Cuisine - Sandy Springs, GA

Kimpton Hotels is a renowned boutique hospitality brand that prides itself on creating heartfelt and genuine experiences for both guests and employees. Founded by Bill Kimpton in 1981, the company was built on the philosophy of rejecting generic, impersonal hospitality in favor of creating meaningful human connections. With its roots in San Francisco, Kimpton Hotels combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a zest for life, which manifests in its lively, creative, and empowering work culture. This culture is designed to celebrate diversity, individuality, and self-leadership, encouraging employees to bring their authentic selves to work every day. At Kimpton, the goal is to improve lives — whether that be the lives of coworkers, guests, hotel owners, or the broader communities the hotels serve. This core purpose drives all activities and is embedded in the company’s daily operations and employee experiences. This role is for a Kitchen Manager who will run both commercial and private kitchens while supporting the Executive Chef. The Kitchen Manager position requires a combination of culinary expertise and strong leadership to manage all aspects of kitchen operations successfully. Responsibilities include menu building, recipe design, and coordinating the preparation of dishes while leading the kitchen staff with effective communication, coaching, and performance management. The ideal candidate will also be tasked with inventory tracking, ordering supplies, monitoring kitchen equipment maintenance, and maintaining compliance with state and federal health and safety codes. Flexibility is key in this environment, as employees are often expected to take on multiple roles to ensure smooth operations. Kimpton Hotels values candidates who have at least two years of experience in similar or supportive roles within high-volume, full-service restaurants. While a degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is preferred, the company is equally interested in candidates who demonstrate advanced culinary skills, excellent product knowledge, and a passion for hospitality. Certifications such as Food Handler Certification and Alcohol Awareness Certification (if applicable) are important credentials. The candidate should also have the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines, and a willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The work environment at Kimpton is unique due to its embrace of individuality and diverse backgrounds, contributing to an irreverent yet empowering atmosphere that employees and guests both appreciate. This inclusive culture allows talented employees to thrive professionally and personally, which, in turn, enhances guest experiences. Kimpton also supports continuing education and cross-departmental training, ensuring that all team members grow within their roles and are aligned with the company’s mission and standards. Overall, this Kitchen Manager opportunity is perfect for someone who is motivated by passion, creativity, and leadership in a dynamic, boutique hotel setting where the goal is to make every day and every interaction meaningful. The role offers a chance to work with a brand that genuinely values diversity, engagement, and a strong sense of community, all while advancing your culinary and managerial career in the hospitality industry.

• 2 years of previous experience in similar or supportive role in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• 2 or 4-year degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred
• Food Handler Certification
• Alcohol Awareness Certification if applicable
• Able to coordinate and manage a team while handling multiple priorities under tight timelines in a rapidly changing environment
• Able to learn, retain, and present product, menu, and allergy information to guests and staff
• Knowledge or ability to quickly learn financial and business metrics and their effect on the restaurant operation
• Advanced and adaptable knowledge of culinary arts, oenology, pastry, banquet, in-room dining, as well as management skills preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system, Microsoft Office Suite, restaurant POS system, inventory management and/or procurement software experience, payroll and timekeeping software, business and accounting software may be required
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
• Excellent knife skills and product knowledge
• Passion for the hospitality industry and a desire to build a healthy and collaborative team