Chef De Cuisine

AccorHotel•Kohala Coast, HI

3d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Chef De Cuisine at Fairmont Orchid, a luxury resort on Hawai‘i Island. The Chef De Cuisine will lead the day-to-day culinary operations of the Japanese inspired Izakaya restaurant, In Room Dining & Luana Lounge. This position involves inspiring and developing a culinary team, creating exceptional dining experiences, and ensuring adherence to brand standards. The role also requires collaboration with various departments, including the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Banquet Chef, In Room Dining team, and Sales & Marketing. Key responsibilities include menu development, quality control, inventory management, cost control, labor management, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation.

Requirements

Previous leadership experience in the Culinary field required
Understanding of Forbes 5 Star environment standards
Working Knowledge of the HACCP program
Financial Acumen regarding Food Coat, Labor Management and all relevant financial controls
Experience in creative sourcing, procurement & product control
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.
Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written

Nice To Haves

Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent preferred
Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day culinary operations of our Japanese inspired Izakaya restaurant, In Room Dining & Luana Lounge; ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation in every dish.
Inspire, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
Create unforgettable dining experiences by consistently delivering exceptional cuisine and personalized guest experiences.
Consistently offer professional, friendly, and proactive guest service while supporting our colleagues
Partner with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to develop innovative menus, seasonal features, and specialty offerings that showcase creativity and premium ingredients.
Ensure all culinary brand standards, recipes, preparation methods, and presentation guidelines are executed with precision.
Conduct daily culinary briefings and communicate service expectations, menu changes, and operational priorities with the kitchen team.
Collaborate closely with restaurant leadership to maintain open communication regarding guest feedback, service flow, and operational excellence.
Collaborate closely with Banquet Chef in times of peak event business to assist with production and spearhead the raw program.
Work closely with In Room Dining team to ensure all amenity drops, room service deliveries & product quality are flawless and compliant with LQA standards.
Work closely with Sales & Marketing to curate individualized site experiences and custom tasting menus showcasing culinary excellence.
Monitor food quality, purchasing, inventory, ordering, and cost controls to achieve financial and operational goals.
Develop schedules and manage labor productivity while maintaining an engaged, high-performing team.
Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and food storage meet the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, food safety, and sanitation.
Champion a safe workplace by ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Premium preferred provider medical/drug/vision benefits at competitive prices.
Employer paid coverage for group life and accidental insurance coverage (1x annual salary) + Coverage is available for your ‘ohana!
401(k)/retirement saving plan & matching program.
15 paid holiday/personal days per year + 10 days of paid vacation that begin accruing immediately
Incentive Bonuses are available
50% discounts at hotel restaurants
50% discount on retail items at our Fairmont Store
30% discount of services offered in our Spa Without Walls
Travel Program with unlimited employee discounts at Accor properties + Friends & Family rates (5,000+ hotels worldwide)
Complimentary food & beverage on property