What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the day-to-day culinary operations of our Japanese inspired Izakaya restaurant, In Room Dining & Luana Lounge; ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation in every dish.
- Inspire, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Create unforgettable dining experiences by consistently delivering exceptional cuisine and personalized guest experiences.
- Consistently offer professional, friendly, and proactive guest service while supporting our colleagues
- Partner with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to develop innovative menus, seasonal features, and specialty offerings that showcase creativity and premium ingredients.
- Ensure all culinary brand standards, recipes, preparation methods, and presentation guidelines are executed with precision.
- Conduct daily culinary briefings and communicate service expectations, menu changes, and operational priorities with the kitchen team.
- Collaborate closely with restaurant leadership to maintain open communication regarding guest feedback, service flow, and operational excellence.
- Collaborate closely with Banquet Chef in times of peak event business to assist with production and spearhead the raw program.
- Work closely with In Room Dining team to ensure all amenity drops, room service deliveries & product quality are flawless and compliant with LQA standards.
- Work closely with Sales & Marketing to curate individualized site experiences and custom tasting menus showcasing culinary excellence.
- Monitor food quality, purchasing, inventory, ordering, and cost controls to achieve financial and operational goals.
- Develop schedules and manage labor productivity while maintaining an engaged, high-performing team.
- Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and food storage meet the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, food safety, and sanitation.
- Champion a safe workplace by ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.