Chef De Cuisine 

The Company   

Seaport Entertainment Group is a premier entertainment & hospitality company that owns and operates a unique collection of assets positioned at the intersection of entertainment and real estate. Seaport Entertainment Group’s focus is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences through a combination of restaurant, live entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate. Our assets include the Seaport neighborhood in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team and Las Vegas Ballpark, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which may be used to create a new casino and hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. 

About the Role 

Seaport Entertainment is looking for a Chef De Cuisine to join our team! Reporting directly to the Culinary Director, the Chef De Cuisine is responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations. Your role involves executing the culinary vision, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional dining experiences through innovative and high-quality dishes. 

What You Will Do 

• Develop and execute the culinary vision, creating innovative and seasonally inspired menus.  

• Ensure the consistent quality and presentation of all dishes, maintaining the highest standards.  

• Oversee the entire kitchen operation, including food preparation, cooking, and plate presentation.  

• Manage and coordinate the work of sous chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff.  

• Lead menu planning, designing dishes that reflect creativity, market trends, and customer preferences.  

• Regularly update and refine menus to keep offerings fresh and exciting.  

• Conduct rigorous quality control measures to guarantee the excellence of all food leaving the kitchen.  

• Implement and enforce strict adherence to portion control and presentation standards.  

• Provide mentorship and training to kitchen staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.  

• Identify skill gaps and organize training programs to enhance the team's capabilities.  

• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste.  

• Implement cost control measures to optimize kitchen efficiency and financial performance.  

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.  

• Conduct regular inspections and audits to uphold hygiene standards.  

• Collaborate with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with overall business goals.  

• Provide input on marketing strategies and promotional events to drive culinary business.  

• Interact with guests to understand their preferences and gather feedback on the dining experience.  

• Address customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring a positive dining experience.  

• Plan and execute special events and catering functions, adapting menus to suit different occasions.  

• Collaborate with event planners and catering staff to ensure seamless execution.  

• Perform all other tasks as duties as assigned and/or per business need.    

About You 

• 5+ years of experience as a Chef De Cuisine.    

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.  

• In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, menu planning, and kitchen management.  

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.  

• Ability to lead and inspire a diverse team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.  

• Creativity and innovation in menu development.  

• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderate to heavy loads.  

• Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.   

Physical Requirements  

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.        

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.       

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 – 30 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on a regular (or occasional basis).        

• Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.        

• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property.  Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.        

• Climbing steps regularly.    

Compensation: $95k – $125k a year  

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES  

Please note that Seaport Entertainment Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, SEG will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, SEG explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Seaport Entertainment Group. 

This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Seaport Entertainment Group reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.