Chef De Cuisine, Brown's Beach House

Explore limitless possibilities, dreams and adventures on Hawai'i Island as you blaze a trail for a rewarding career in hospitality. Embrace our passion for Hawai'i's heritage, culture and traditions with amazing career opportunities that await you in paradise. Journey into a luxury oasis where the aloha spirit comes alive.

Fairmont Orchid is an award-winning luxury resort located on the majestic Kohala Coast of Hawai'i Island. Immerse yourself in an authentic Hawaiian experience, surrounded by 32 oceanfront acres of lush tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls and a tranquil white sand beach and lagoon. Hawai'i's warmth and serenity are reflected throughout the design of our family-friendly hotel accommodations with spacious guest rooms, suites and the exclusive Fairmont Gold concierge floor.

Resort amenities include our Spa Without Walls, a 10,000-square-foot oceanfront pool, cultural activities, onsite restaurants, access to world-class golf, a 24/7 fitness center and a 10-court tennis pavilion. Inspired by culture, well-being and genuine aloha, Fairmont Orchid welcomes you to experience authentic Hawai'i.

As a Chef de Cuisine, you will show your leadership and interpersonal strengths to maximize the Food and Beverage Operations and ensure an exceptional guest journey. Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team's commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. Create an outstanding food and beverage experience at Fairmont Orchid, while positively affecting all pillars and Fairmont standards. As Chef De Cuisine,you will train, supervise and work with all cook and culinary staff in order to prepare and present exceptional cuisine according to hotel standard recipes in order to create quality food products.

What is in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision and Dental) including extended benefits like; Employer paid Basic insurance, TDI and Long-Term Disability for regular Full-time and Part-time employees
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and matching program
• Life Insurance
• Participation to the ACCOR Leadership Incentive Program
• Duty meal in our staff cafeteria
• Wellness Offerings
• Exclusive employee travel benefits for Fairmont & Raffles employee and their friends and family
• Employee Travel Program within ACCOR network
• Complimentary access to our fitness center
• Discounts on food & beverage and spa services
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Create unforgettable experiences for our guests
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Oversee Culinary Operations for outlet kitchens, including Brown's Beach House and Hale Kai with Beach & Pool service
• Conduct meetings, menu briefings and daily shift briefings to Kitchen Colleagues
• Manage inventories, pricing, cost controls, requisitioning and the issuing of supplies and equipment for food production
• Cost menus accurately
• Act as a creative force in menu development
• Communicate and assist the Executive Sous Chef & Executive Chef in creating innovative products
• Liaise daily with the Outlet Manager to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Maintain cleanliness and proper rotation of product in chillers
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Ensure all Kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes and proper preparation
• Analyze, forecast data, and make judgments to ensure proper payroll and production control.
• Supervise staff and accomplish goals on a timely basis
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous leadership experience in the Culinary field, required
• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline, preferred
• Natural leader to keep the team engaged and focused
• Organized with solid time management skills
• Team player with a collaborative approach
• Ability to coordinate a team, work well under a fast paced & high-pressure environment, driven to remain calm & courteous at all times, and hold the needs of a guest with high priority.

Salary Range:$90,000 - $100,000 USD

Visa Requirements:Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.

Your team and working environment: Our team embraces the Japanese term Kaizen "to always be improving the spirit that drives us." We foster a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation. There is no great chef, without a great team.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality.

We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts: At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities - throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific - as well as industry leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotel that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleague with fairness & dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award - winning Green Partnership Program. An exciting future awaits!

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