Chef de cuisine
Core
Build a seasonal, local-producer-focused kitchen centered on open-fire cooking (rôtissoire, plancha, barbecue, smoker) to complement the Château de Haute-Serre wines.
Role type
Head Chef (Chef de Cuisine)
Builds
Seasonal menus, open-fire cooked dishes, and wine-paired dining experiences
Domain
Fine dining / French regional cuisine / Wine tourism
Required skills
Seasonal menu planning, open-fire cooking techniques, cost control (target <25% food cost), team leadership, inventory management, event catering (up to 150 pax)
Preferred skills
Wine pairing knowledge, teaching/cooking classes, creative storytelling
Technologies
Rôtissoire, plancha, Japanese barbecue, brasero, smoker
Responsibilities
Manage kitchen operations and staff, control food costs and inventory, execute open-fire cooking methods, host cooking classes and client interactions, cater events and groups
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC