Chef de Cuisine Job at Hire Society, Westhampton, NY

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  • Hire Society
  • Westhampton, NY

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, prorated for seasonal commitment, with potential for year-round extension

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Program

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

Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Outdoor, Afternoon shift,

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