Blue Hill at Stone Barns is seeking an experienced and driven Head Events Chef to lead our Events Kitchen. Together with our nonprofit partner, Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture, we are dedicated to curating exceptional dining experiences in our Cafeteria and community events, corporate functions, weddings, and private gatherings.

As the Head Events Chef you will play a key role in executing memorable experiences by designing creative menus, adjusting menus to client requests and dietary restrictions, and overseeing all aspects of food preparation, service, and team leadership. You will be responsible for the culinary oversight of our cafeteria menu, community events, and private events.

At Blue Hill, we believe the best hospitality professionals continuously deepen their knowledge of food systems, cuisine, and service. As such, you will have the opportunity to participate in weekly education with guest speakers, classes, and training, and be eligible for a stipend for external education opportunities.

About You:

• Leader: You have a proven ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Integrity-Driven: You model professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
• Efficient: Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively during busy event periods.
• Creative: Experience with various cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and food presentation techniques.
• Composed: Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with grace and attention to detail. You will be a source of confidence and stability for the team.
• Driven: Passion for sustainable, farm-to-table dining and a commitment to using local ingredients at the highest levels of culinary excellence.
• Experienced: Minimum of 5 years of professional culinary experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role in a high-end restaurant, catering, or event kitchen environment.
• Certification in food safety (e.g., ServSafe or Food Handlers Certificate) preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Events Kitchen team, ensuring food preparation, quality, and service standards are upheld.
• Oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of food items and menus for our cafeteria, community events, on-site private events, and off-site events as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and culinary team to develop new menu items, recipes, and creative presentations.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety protocols are met in the kitchen at all times, including adherence to food safety codes and fire regulations.
• Assist with recipe testing, ingredient selection, and menu design.
• Coordinate closely with the events team to understand client needs, dietary restrictions, and client specific event requirements.

• Compensation: Salaried position commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, and Paid Time Off.
• Location & Hours: Full-time, in-person position at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, NY (~1 hr drive from NYC). Must be available for evenings and weekends.

Blue Hill is committed to equity and inclusion throughout every aspect of our work and team. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage BIPOC and/or gender minority candidates to apply.