What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef de Cuisine position at SkyBridge Luxury & Associates?
SkyBridge Luxury & Associates is seeking a Senior Chef de Cuisine for an Ultra-Luxury Resort on The Big Island. This is a rare opportunity to lead an elevated dining concept in a world-class setting, where the focus is on ingredient-driven cuisine, sustainable sourcing, and innovative culinary techniques.
The ideal candidate will bring fine-dining expertise, a passion for island-inspired flavors, and the ability to lead a high-performing culinary team. This role will oversee menu development, kitchen operations, and service execution, ensuring an unparalleled dining experience that reflects the resort’s exceptional standards of hospitality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the culinary direction of a high-end dining venue, curating refined, locally inspired menus with a focus on Hawaiian, Asian-Pacific, and contemporary global flavors.
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring precision, consistency, and impeccable execution.
- Work closely with local farmers, fisheries, and purveyors to source the highest quality ingredients while supporting sustainability initiatives.
- Develop and implement seasonal tasting menus, special events, and exclusive culinary experiences.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership to drive guest engagement, menu innovation, and revenue growth.
- Maintain the highest standards in food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization to ensure compliance with Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond guidelines.
- Lead, mentor, and train a highly skilled culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and teamwork.
- Oversee cost control, inventory management, and kitchen budgeting, ensuring profitability while maintaining quality.
Qualifications:
- 7 years of experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Senior Sous Chef in a luxury resort, fine dining restaurant, or Forbes-rated property.
- Expertise in Hawaiian regional cuisine, seafood-driven concepts, or Pacific Rim flavors preferred.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in team development, staff training, and high-volume service.
- Deep understanding of ingredient-driven cooking, seasonal sourcing, and sustainability practices.
- Proven ability to execute high-profile events, tasting menus, and guest chef collaborations.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000
