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The Four Seasons Resort and Residences is seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead our fine‑dining, 1‑Star Michelin restaurant, Auro. This is a Department Head–level position and is eligible for an annual incentive. The Executive Chef will report directly to the Director of Food and Beverage and will oversee the main restaurant’s full culinary operation.
Job Responsibility:
Creating, developing, and implementing creative menus
Provide leadership for the Auro Culinary Department
Control of labor and operating expenses through effective planning, budgeting, purchasing decisions, policy making, and inventory control
Assist with the development of standardized recipes for all menu items
Ensures that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards
Ensures proper levels food product/items are prepared based on forecasted needs
Assigns tasks effectively for the efficient use of allocated labor
Maintains control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency
Recommends measures to improve production/service methods, equipment performance, scheduling, quality control
Ensures that a sanitary, neat, clean, organized, safe, comfortable environment for employees and guests is maintained at all times
Ensures that kitchen equipment is clean and in working order
Prepares annual budget and makes recommendations for Department
Facilitates all health, safety, sanitary rules, regulations and standards
Attends all meetings and /or trainings sessions as required
Recognizing and maintaining relationships with regular guests as well as cultivating relationships with new patrons
Collaborate with Auro Restaurant Manager and the Director of Food and Beverage, on key decisions pertaining to Auro operations
Maintain Forbes and Michelin standards for Culinary Team and Front of House staff
Partner closely with the Front of House Management to ensure communication, alignment, and consistency between Front of House and Back of House
Requirements:
High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education preferred
5+ years prior management experience in a Michelin-caliber restaurant, hotel, or resort setting
Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures
Ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and work with mathematical such as probability and inference
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to be a team collaborator
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to handle difficult situations
Collaborative, calm under pressure, and committed to high standards of kitchen professionalism
Ability to multi-task in a high volume and demanding environment
Requires the ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools
Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language
Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States
Nice to have:
Previous Michelin‑level experience
Established knowledge or relationships within the Bay Area
What we offer:
Cigna Medical and Dental Benefit Options after 30 days of employment
401k Retirement
8 weeks of new parental leave pay after 1 year of employment
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary and discounted accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts