Chef de Cuisine

Job Description

Discovery Land Company is seeking a Seasonal Chef de Cuisine to join the culinary department of their Westhampton location at Dune Deck Beach Club. This is a seasonal role which spans from May 1st to mid-October and requires the ability to work long hours with flexibility including evenings, weekends and holidays. This is a potential Live-in role with the option to utilize staff housing. The Chef de Cuisine will work closely with the Executive Chef, Culinary Director and Food and Beverage Service Staff, assisting with oversight and facilitating daily operations of the Club's Culinary department. The ideal candidate will have prior culinary leadership experience, strong culinary and organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a collaborative environment. This position requires progressive culinary experience in a large, world class resort, hotel, restaurant or private club. Must demonstrate professionalism, maintain discretion and bring a consistently positive attitude.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Partner with the Executive Chef to design creative, member-focused menus across dining venues

Consistently strive to elevate food quality and maintain top-tier sanitation standards

Collaborate with Culinary and Food and Beverage leadership to develop standardized recipes, signature dishes, and portion control measures

Assist with planning and organizing special events and catering service by creating clear prep lists and menus

Inventory procurement, organization and management, including maintaining pantries and wine cellar

Implement and oversee food tracking and waste reduction systems

Recruit, train, and oversee staff responsible for food preparation across all properties

Efficiently create staff schedules with strategic optimization, based on industry knowledge

Lead and inspire a cross-trained team capable of maintaining kitchen cleanliness and equipment, while supporting overall kitchen operations

Manage kitchen staff by issuing performance evaluations and corrective procedures when necessary

Attend weekly managers' meetings to coordinate operations and initiatives

Develop and manage departmental budgets to monitor and control expenses, submitting weekly and end-of-month reports for management review

Practice and enforce a high level of food safety compliance, including HACCP protocols and local food safety regulations

Ensure adherence to all health, safety, security, and loss prevention policies, as well as government regulations

Additional duties and responsibilities as needed and per request, or as directed by the Chef

Requirements:

Minimum 7 years of progressive culinary experience in large world class resort, hotel or private club

Excellent references required from both current and previous employers

Strong command of English language. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, multilingual a PLUS

Exceptional organizational skills and dedication to responsibilities

Energetic and positive attitude, hands-on with a strong work ethic

Extensive expertise in a wide range of culinary techniques and procedures

Skilled in sourcing local ingredients and designing seasonal menus

Comprehensive knowledge of occupational health and safety practices

Strong team player with a collaborative approach

Remains composed and focused under high-pressure situations

Maintains a professional demeanor, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with members, guests, and team

Must be willing and able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing and moving for extended periods (over 8 hours), and lifting items over 50 pounds

Flexibility in scheduling with willingness to work long hours and overtime as needed

Valid Driver's License; confident driver

Legally able to work in the United States

Compensation: $130k-$140k annually + benefits, prorated for seasonal commitment, with potential for year-round extension

All salaries are Dependent On Experience, References, and the results of a Federal Background Check

Full-time