Chef de Cuisine

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including production, inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Support departmental financial objectives through effective labor management, food cost control, waste reduction, and inventory management.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and operational readiness to ensure efficient and uninterrupted kitchen operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining exceptional quality and guest satisfaction.

Cross Functional Partnership

• Partner with Food & Beverage, Banquets, Catering, Front Office, Engineering, and Human Resources to support resort-wide operational excellence.
• Collaborate on special events, seasonal programming, and unique guest experiences.
• Communicate effectively with resort leadership to support strategic initiatives and operational priorities.
• Serve as a visible leader who promotes collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to exceptional hospitality.
• Represent El Encanto with professionalism, integrity, and a genuine passion for luxury service.

Culinary Leadership & Guest Experience

• Lead the daily culinary operation across all food and beverage outlets, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus, specialty offerings, and innovative culinary experiences.
• Maintain elevated culinary and service standards that reflect the expectations of a luxury resort.
• Ensure guest preferences, dietary restrictions, and special requests are executed with precision and professionalism.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance the overall dining experience through creativity, attention to detail, and guest feedback.