Chef de Cuisine

Who We Are

Based in San Antonio Texas Zachry Hotels is a proven leader in the developmentmanagementand ownership of hospitality assets. At Zachry Hotels we are passionate about hospitality and surround ourselves with team members who share that same passion. Our tenure in the hospitality and hotel industry has provided us the knowledge and key relationships for success in hotel management operation and development. We take care of our clients businesspartnersand each other as family within a culture of service and accountability where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Together We Can Do Great Things Every Person Matters This Is More ThanAJob

The Monarch San Antonio A Legacy of Service and Sophistication

The Monarch San Antonio Curio Collection by Hilton is a 200-room 17-story boutique hotel located in the vibrant Hemisfair District of downtown San Antonio. Designed as a destination in itself the property features thoughtfully curated meeting and event venuesincluding the iconic La Mariposa sculpture paviliona full-service spa five distinct food and beverage concepts a rooftop restaurant and bar and a separate rooftop pool overlooking the city.

Steps from the River Walk and The Alamo The Monarch is more than a place to stay. It is a place to belong to connect and to be inspired.

Our purpose is expressed through servicegracious genuine and unforgettable. Rooted in the traditions of San Antonio and elevated by modern elegance every detail and every interaction reflects our commitment to hospitality at its highest level.

We are building a team of passionate service-driven professionals dedicated to creating exceptional moments and lasting impressions for every guest who walks through our doors. If you are inspired by excellence and motivated by purpose The Monarch San Antonio is where your talent can truly shine.

Position Overview

The Chef de Cuisine leads the day-to-day culinary operations of multiple outlets ensuring an exceptional dining experience aligned with Forbes Five-Star and brand standards. This role requires a dynamic culinary leader whodemonstratesoperational discipline creativity and the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade within a luxury full-service hotel environment.

WhatYoullDo

Culinary Leadership & Operations

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations including menu development food preparation execution and presentation.
• Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of quality flavor and consistencyin accordance withForbesFive-Star expectations.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu planning recipe development costing and sourcing.
• Drive innovationthrough the use oflocal sustainable ingredients and modern culinary techniques reflective ofthe brandidentity.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead train and mentor culinary team members to foster a culture of excellence collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Build andmaintaina disciplined professional kitchen environment that supports performance and growth.
• Support culinary training initiatives and standard operating procedures including pre-opening efforts when applicable.

Financial Safety & Operational Excellence

• Monitor and control food cost labor cost and inventory levels to achieve departmental financial objectives.
• Maintain strict compliance with health safety and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage leadership to ensure seamless service execution and guest satisfaction.
• Participate inspecial events tastings media experiences and culinary promotions asrequired.

WhatYoullBring

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experiencerequired including at least 2 years as a Chef de Cuisine or equivalent in a luxury or Forbes Five-Star property.
• Proven experience managing multi-outlet or fine-dining culinary operationsrequired.

Preferred Education

• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong financial acumen with understanding of kitchen P&L management.
• Expertise in menu design recipe costing and modern plating techniques.
• Passion for mentorship coaching and team development.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced pre-opening or evolving luxury environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods andworkflexible schedules including weekends holidays andspecial events.

Licenses or Certificates

• Food Manager Certificationrequired.

Zachry Hotels offers anindustry leadingbenefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employeeassistanceprogram
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Zachry Hotels (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address directly to Zachry employees or to Zachrys resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency hassubmittedan unsolicited resume to have beenreferredby theAgencyfree of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachrys recruiting function tosubmitresumes and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachrys Human Resources Representative or his/herdesignee. No other Zachry employeeis authorized tobind Zachry to any agreementregardingplacement of candidates byAgency.

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