Chef de Cuisine
Recruiting Partner: Simón de Swaan
Cos Cob, Connecticut | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $105,000 to $115,000 | Job ID: 158676
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Position Overview:
I have been retained by a premier and exclusive private club renowned for its exceptional dining and elite membership experience. It is seeking a passionate, creative, and highly skilled Chef de Cuisine to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will bring innovation, discipline, and excellence to our kitchen, curating elevated dining experiences for our members and guests while maintaining the highest culinary standards.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary Range- 105K-115K
- Performance-based bonuses
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO) 80% club paid
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Continuing education and professional development support
- 2 week vacation
Chef de Cuisine Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily kitchen operations across all dining outlets including fine dining, casual dining, banquets, and special events.
- Oversee the execution of all menu items with a focus on quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus using the freshest local and regional ingredients.
- Supervise, train, and mentor a team of culinary professionals, fostering a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and food handling standards.
- Manage kitchen inventory, food and labor costs, and ensure efficient use of resources.
- Participate in club events and member engagement activities; provide customized culinary experiences as needed.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships and ensure the procurement of premium ingredients and supplies.
- Develop and enforce standard operating procedures and maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment.
- Innovate and implement new culinary trends that elevate the member experience while honoring club traditions.
Chef de Cuisine Qualifications:
- Minimum 7 years of progressive culinary experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role (Sous Chef or higher) in a high-end restaurant, hotel, or private club environment.
- Culinary degree from an accredited institution or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining a positive kitchen culture.
- Extensive knowledge of various cuisines, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment.
- Strong understanding of food and labor cost controls and inventory management.
- ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification required.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on club needs.
Join us in delivering exceptional culinary experiences in an environment of tradition, sophistication, and excellence.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.