Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to join their culinary team at their 5-star premium lodge. Situated in a stunning, family-style lodge, their establishment caters to up to 116 guests, offering a unique dining experience centered around large, beautiful buffets, family-style sharing platters, and harvest tables. During lower occupancy, they also provide exquisite à la carte offerings. The Executive Chef will lead the kitchen team, oversee menu creation, ensure the highest quality food production, and maintain exceptional food standards that align with our luxury brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent, high-quality food service.
• Develop and execute diverse, creative, and seasonal menus for buffets, sharing platters, harvest tables, and à la carte options.
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene standards in compliance with health regulations.
• Oversee inventory control, ordering, and stock management to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Work closely with the management team to plan and implement catering for special events or larger group bookings.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared with care, using fresh, local ingredients to meet the lodge’s premium standards.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role, within a luxury or high-end hospitality setting.
• Strong background in creating buffet-style, family-style, and à la carte menus.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a high-volume kitchen.
• A passion for culinary innovation with an understanding of current food trends.
• Strong budgeting, cost control, and inventory management skills.
• A degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or related field is preferred.