Chef de Cuisine

Overview

Summary:

At Spruce Peak we have something special. As the premier Vermont mountain community, we are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Green Mountains. The Lodge and Club are slope side at Stowe Resort; gorgeous for year-round adventures, escapes, destination weddings, and more. We take pride in our teamwork and high standards. It’s fitting that we are located at the pinnacle of Vermont!

Organization – Spruce Peak

We are looking for a Chef de Cuisine to join our Culinary Team. The Chef de Cuisine oversees all culinary operations within the restaurant’s kitchen. This role is responsible for leading, training, and motivating the culinary team to achieve excellence while maintaining profitability. With a strong focus on quality, consistency, and production standards, the Chef de Cuisine ensures that every guest receives an exceptional dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in daily food preparation and cooking to ensure consistency and quality.
• Provides daily leadership and oversight to the culinary team.
• Collaborates closely with Front of House leadership to consistently exceed guest expectations.
• Evaluates team conduct and provides ongoing coaching to support growth and accountability.
• Ensures strict adherence to safe and sanitary food handling practices.
• Maintains high standards of workstation organization, equipment cleanliness, and overall kitchen safety.

Perks

• Paid Time Off
• Health Benefits - after 30 days
• Winter – Ski Pass to Stowe Mountain Resort
• Summer – Golf Membership to Stowe Country Club
• Complimentary and discounted stays at Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Onsite Fitness Membership
• Employee discounts at the Spa & Restaurant Outlets
• 401(k) Matching
• And much more

Pay Range
: $82,000 to $88,000 per year based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in a hotel or resort environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume production while maintaining exceptional quality
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, food products, and kitchen equipment
• Proven experience fostering professional, respectful working relationships

About Hyatt / Equal Opportunity

We welcome you. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.