Required Years of Experience
5 years
Job Details
About the Company
The Fulton by Jean-Goerges needs a Chef De Cuisine! Looking for passionate culinarians.
Nestled along the waterfront in the Seaport, The Fulton draws inspiration from the storied history of the former Fulton Fish Market—a place that captured the chef’s heart back in 1986. The menu highlights the finest ingredients from the ocean and beyond, honoring tradition with a modern touch. With sweeping views of the Brooklyn Bridge and an inviting outdoor patio, The Fulton delivers a dining experience that feels both quintessentially New York and refreshingly serene. As part of Seaport Entertainment Group, The Fulton also offers abundant opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and evolving hospitality network—where talent is nurtured and careers can thrive within a culture of excellence.
About the Role
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
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Develop and execute the culinary vision, creating innovative and seasonally inspired menus.
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Ensure the consistent quality and presentation of all dishes, maintaining the highest standards.
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Oversee the entire kitchen operation, including food preparation, cooking, and plate presentation.
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Manage and coordinate the work of sous chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff.
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Lead menu planning, designing dishes that reflect creativity, market trends, and customer preferences.
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Regularly update and refine menus to keep offerings fresh and exciting.
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Conduct rigorous quality control measures to guarantee the excellence of all food leaving the kitchen.
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Implement and enforce strict adherence to portion control and presentation standards.
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Provide mentorship and training to kitchen staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
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Identify skill gaps and organize training programs to enhance the team's capabilities.
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Manage kitchen inventory, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste.
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Implement cost control measures to optimize kitchen efficiency and financial performance.
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Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
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Conduct regular inspections and audits to uphold hygiene standards.
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Collaborate with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with overall business goals.
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Provide input on marketing strategies and promotional events to drive culinary business.
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Interact with guests to understand their preferences and gather feedback on the dining experience.
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Address customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring a positive dining experience.
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Plan and execute special events and catering functions, adapting menus to suit different occasions.
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Collaborate with event planners and catering staff to ensure seamless execution.
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Perform all other tasks as duties as assigned and/or per business need.
About You
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5+ years of experience as a Chef De Cuisine.
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Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
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In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, menu planning, and kitchen management.
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Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to lead and inspire a diverse team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
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Creativity and innovation in menu development.
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Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderate to heavy loads.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Requirements
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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.
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Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
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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).
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Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.
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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.
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Climbing steps regularly.
Compensation: $95k – $125k a year
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that The Seaport Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, HHC 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, Seaport 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 Corporation.
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. The Seaport Corporation reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.
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Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($95,000.00 - $125,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Team Management
Quality Control
Cost Control
Customer Service
Mentorship
Training and Development
Event Planning
Collaboration
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