What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef de Cuisine - Amangiri position at AMAN Group Sarl?
Location Overview
Join our team in Amangiri. Blending into untouched red-rock country on over 900 acres of the Colorado Plateau, Amangiri and its satellite, Camp Sarika, reflect dual aspects of this ancient desert landscape. A serene sanctuary, Amangiri’s 34 modernist suites, Aman Spa and mesa-embracing pool echo the tranquillity of the canyons. Camp Sarika, with its 10 tented pavilions, answers the region’s call to adventure. An unrivalled base for exhilarating expeditions and fireside connection, the camp has its own restaurant, lounge and spa suites.
Role
Amangiri is seeking a hands-on and visionary Chef de Cuisine to lead all culinary operations across our restaurant, pool, in-room dining, catering, and special events. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring service excellence, developing seasonal menus, fostering team growth, and upholding the highest culinary standards in alignment with the Amangiri Food Program.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations across all outlets, ensuring service and product quality at all times.
- Design and execute nightly specials and seasonal menu updates.
- Conduct regular team briefings, monitor skills, and provide ongoing training and development.
- Maintain close communication with restaurant, reservations, and event teams.
- Manage food cost, control waste, and ensure efficient stock rotation and minimal loss.
- Oversee catering for private dining, events, and guests with dietary restrictions.
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef on strategy, staffing, and budgeting.
- Uphold high communication and professionalism between the kitchen and front-of-house.
- Handle other duties as directed by General Managers or the Executive team.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in culinary management, preferably in a luxury environment.
- Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience required.
- In-depth knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory, and food cost control.
- Proven ability to lead, train, and inspire kitchen teams.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Committed to high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
- Comfortable with both strategic planning and hands-on execution.
- Available for a full-time, year-round position.
- Able to stand, lift, and work in extreme temperatures for extended periods.
- Passion for delivering elevated culinary experiences aligned with the Aman philosophy.
Benefits
At Aman Group, we believe that our colleagues are at the core of our success. We offer a range of benefits to support both your personal and professional growth across existing and upcoming destinations. From exciting development opportunities to competitive compensation, we prioritise and support your career journey, making you feel valued, included and at home.
- Aman Global Complimentary Night Programme
- Discounts on Food & Beverage outlets, spa treatments, and Aman retail
- One meal provided per shift
- 401k plan with partial match after one year of service
- Free vision, dental, and life insurance
- Amangiri pays 90% of your medical health plan and 100% of your vision and dental benefits
- Paid time off
- Work in one of the most iconic resorts in the world
- Be part of a global team dedicated to excellence, growth, and wellbeing
If you thrive in an ultra-luxury environment and are passionate about warm and personalised hospitality where every detail matters, we invite you to join us on our journey.