SkyBridge Luxury & Associates is excited to announce our partnership with a renowned five-star resort as we embark on the search for a talented Culinary Director.
Located on the stunning Big Island of Hawaii, this resort offers a unique opportunity to lead culinary operations in a luxurious setting.
If you are a culinary professional with a flair for excellence and innovation, we invite you to join us in shaping unforgettable dining experiences in paradise.
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*RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* To assure that the culinary operation runs smoothly and effectively in accordance with the operational criteria of the property.
* To assure that the operation is profitable in accordance with predetermined operational budgets.
* To ensure that guests receive the utmost quality of food and service.
* Must be able to incorporate Hawaii-specific cuisine that represents a sense of place.
* Foster and build relationships with vendors to source local products and resources that represent our sense of place.
* To ensure that the kitchens are maximized to accommodate the highest yields in revenue without sacrificing the integrity of the restaurants or their staff.
* To test and develop recipes that distinguish the culinary offerings of the property.
* To maintain compliance with government regulations pertaining to food storage, preparation, and service.
* To reduce the possibilities of sub-standard products and guest complaints.
* To manage the development of junior personnel in both culinary and business skills.
* All other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Experience: Minimum eight years of kitchen experience in a luxury or ultra-luxury environment.
Minimum five years experience in a similar position with a 5-star or 5-diamond property.
* Education: Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, hotel management, business, or a relevant field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
* General Skills: Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy; prioritize, organize, and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.
* Technical Skills: Demonstrated project management experience in organizing, planning and executing large-scale projects from conception through implementation; demonstrated experience in leading and developing people; strong verbal and written communication skills for the purpose of presenting and discussing technical information to establish rapport and/or influence and gain an understanding of others; knowledge of hotel/resort operations management to include quality, operations, and marketing/sales principles; knowledge of and experience with luxury/ultra-luxury market niche required; demonstrated knowledge of hospitality systems and software; understanding of hospitality industry trends, performance metrics, and verbiage; and, solid understanding of financial analysis (profit/loss, cash flow, etc.
) in order to drive revenue and make decisions affecting the finances of the business.
* Language: Required to speak, read, and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $190,000.
00 - $215,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Experience level:
* 5 years
Shift:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Yearly bonus
Weekly day range:
* Weekends as needed
Work setting:
* Casual dining restaurant
* Fine dining restaurant
Ability to Relocate:
* Hawaii Island, HI: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person