Chef de Cuisine

Company: Goodwin Recruiting
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description A prominent luxury hotel is seeking an accomplished Chef de Cuisine to lead its culinary team. This role offers the chance to design new menus, manage extensive banquet operations, and shape an exceptional guest experience in a high-profile setting. Chef de Cuisine Benefits & Compensation Competitive salary Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans Paid time off and holiday scheduling Professional development and growth within a respected hospitality group Chef de Cuisine Requirements & Qualifications At least 2 years of experience as Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef within upscale or fine-dining independent restaurants, or full-service or luxury hotels Proven background in managing multiple sous chefs and teams of 20–30 hourly employees Hands-on experience balancing banquet/private event and a la carte operations Strong skills in inventory management, scheduling, ordering, and event coordination Ability to manage the cost of goods and labor costs to established budgets without compromising service standards Experience working in a large hotel environment (400 rooms) is highly desirable Italian cuisine expertise is strongly preferred Chef de Cuisine Preferred Background & Skills Experience with Italian cuisine concepts New restaurant opening (NRO) or new menu development experience Proven ability to lead through change, implement process improvements, and foster an inclusive team culture Chef de Cuisine Day-to-Day Responsibilities Direct and train chefs, cooks, and all kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and efficient, profitable food service Plan and collaborate on menus, creatively utilizing surpluses and emphasizing seasonal, guest-driven offerings Oversee purchasing and inventory, estimate food consumption, and manage ordering of foodstuffs and supplies Review recipes and cost data, set menu prices, and ensure profitability through effective cost controls Supervise and schedule kitchen staff for banquet, private event, and a la carte service, coordinating assignments for efficiency and timeliness Uphold the highest standards for food safety, nutrition, sanitation, and quality, consistently exceeding guest expectations Develop and introduce new recipes, specialty dishes, and continuously refine the menu for the evolving restaurant concept

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