Chef de Cuisine

JOB DESCRIPTION ?The Chef de Cuisine

Who We Are
Our collective goal at Troutbeck is to grow the Culinary Program into a destination that centers its sourcing mission on supporting local farms in the area, positions itself as a change agent of industry standards, and in turn draws in like-minded thinkers. A crucial component of this mission is building out our leadership team with those enthusiastic about evolving Troutbeck's Culinary Program in this direction. The role of Chef de Cuisine is the heart of this leadership team.

reports directly to the Executive Chef and works in collaboration with them to execute the Culinary Program at large, which includes a three-meal-a-day restaurant, banquets, a pool bar in the summer, and special events.

The CDC is the primary point of contact for all day-to-day operations involved in running the kitchen. Responsibilities include overseeing and leading an ambitious team, ordering and leading service, developing new dishes that align with our sourcing ethos, managing our relationships with local farmers, purveyors, and colleagues, all while honoring and evolving the culinary historical context of Troutbeck.

Main Duties
You will oversee the care and support of our team of sous chefs, cooks, and porters. Lead by example, setting clear expectations, encouraging people to do their best work, guiding them with positive encouragement, and providing consistent feedback.

You will be responsible for achieving our quality targets; our culinary goals exceed those of typical hotel F&B programs. Food, in combination with our setting, is the keystone component of the guest experience at Troutbeck. Sourcing and working with local farms is at the heart of that.

You will play a key role in achieving the department's financial goals.

Help lead our Culinary Programming toward zero waste, incorporating initiatives such as composting and reducing single-use plastic. Troutbeck's goal is to positively impact the land and region we hold so dear and to lead by example.

We are seeking a long-term team member who will become integral to our identity and cultural fabric, and grow with us as our property and additional hospitality ventures expand. We pride ourselves on hiring from within whenever possible and promoting our team members. There are numerous future opportunities here for the right candidate.

Leadership Qualities
You are a "hands-on" leader who enjoys being in the trenches with the operating team.

You are a proactive problem solver who understands that diverse mindsets and backgrounds lead to more effective solutions.

Be an excellent communicator?and a good listener. Communication is key with all of the moving pieces here at Troutbeck. More than anything, we prioritize dismantling the old notions of kitchen hierarchy, and communication and collaboration are central to that effort. Embrace the concept of growing as a team by leading the team while being an integral part of its fabric.

Have the ability to proactively collaborate with all the teams on the property to care for our guests and staff in the best possible way.

Coach and empower staff during service, and work with the continual goal of making Troutbeck the best place to work. While we are not a traditional teaching kitchen, it is within our value system to offer opportunities to all levels of experience and train with active, kind, and patient leadership.

We expect you to bring your own culture and community, and we will welcome it into Troutbeck.

We expect you to be excited about food and sharing it with people. The food at Troutbeck is fresh and bright. It should be both timeless and modern, balancing elegance with rusticity. It is situated in this place, but informed by global traditions. It is complex yet inviting. It is easy to enjoy at many levels without showing off.

You are a team player. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed!

Requirements
Hold a valid ServSafe Food Handler or Manager Certification.

Participate in employee interviews, corrective action, and terminations as needed.

Oversight of sanitation, ensuring we pass all Department of Health inspections, and ensuring all team culinarians follow safe food handling procedures.

Attend scheduled meetings, ranging from daily operations to BEO meetings, and any other meetings as directed.

Serve as an ambassador and representative of Troutbeck while on property and in the community.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($80,000.00 - $100,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills:

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Sourcing and Working With Local Farms

Zero Waste Initiatives

Training and Coaching

Sanitation Oversight

Food Safety Procedures