We are seeking a talented, creative, and hands-on Chef de Cuisine to lead an upscale, award-winning dining concept at a premier luxury mountain resort near Winter Park, CO. The ideal candidate brings a strong fine-dining background, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for delivering memorable culinary experiences while enjoying an excellent quality of life in a beautiful Colorado mountain setting. Chef de Cuisine Benefits: • Competitive base salary of $80,000–$90,000 • Discretionary bonus opportunity • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Relocation assistance options • Affordable housing options nearby • Excellent quality of life with primarily dinner-focused operations and consistent scheduled days off Chef de Cuisine Responsibilities: • Oversee daily culinary operations for an upscale, chef-driven restaurant • Lead, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team • Create and execute innovative, seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients and premium proteins • Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and culinary standards • Manage food costs, labor, scheduling, purchasing, and inventory • Ensure seamless execution of elevated dinner service • Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable kitchen culture • Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization • Collaborate with resort culinary leadership to enhance guest satisfaction and overall restaurant performance Chef de Cuisine Requirements: • Previous Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef experience in an upscale dining environment • Strong background in fine dining, premium steakhouses, luxury resorts, or chef-driven restaurants • Experience working with premium proteins, steaks, and elevated culinary presentations • Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary teams • Strong understanding of food costs, labor management, inventory, and kitchen financial performance • Passion for seasonal menus, locally sourced ingredients, and farm-to-table cuisine • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills • Demonstrated career stability and progressive culinary leadership experience • Hands-on leadership style with a commitment to culinary excellence and exceptional guest experiences JOB ID: 183405 #post Matthew Forgione