Chef, Restaurant

Loews Coronado Bay Resort offers careers at a secluded waterfront retreat near San Diegos top attractions and the Pacific Ocean. Team members create memorable guest experiences across a 15-acre peninsula with bay views 440 rooms and suites a spa recreation and 70000 square feet of meeting space.

Who We Are: Founded in 1960 Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here; youll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office every rolefrom Guest Services to Finance Culinary to IToffers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status that makes you you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer:

• Competitive health & wellness benefits retirement benefits
• Paid Sick Days Vacation Holidays & Paid Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities
• Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Member Hotel Rates discounts & other perks
• Discounts on spa retail and services
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Complimentary parking
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

What Were Looking For:

A passionate and innovative Restaurant Chef who will bring artistry and precision to every plate. Youll be the driving force behind a kitchen that blends creativity with operational excellence crafting menus that surprise and delight while ensuring flawless execution. This role is about more than cookingits about shaping memorable dining experiences that reflect Loews commitment to quality and sophistication.

Who You Are:

• Culinary Visionary: You see food as an art form and thrive on creating dishes that inspire and impress

• Operational Leader: You balance creativity with structure ensuring the kitchen runs like a well-oiled machine

• Trend Enthusiast: You stay ahead of culinary trends bringing fresh ideas and global flavors to the table

• Mentor and Motivator: You lead with confidence fostering a culture of learning teamwork and excellence

• Calm Under Pressure: You excel in fast-paced environments delivering consistency even during peak service

• Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply

What Youll Do:

• Menu Innovation: Design and develop seasonal menus and specials that elevate the dining experience and align with the restaurants concept

• Kitchen Leadership: Oversee daily operations guiding a talented team of chefs and cooks to deliver exceptional quality and presentation

• Food Safety & Standards: Champion best practices in sanitation and compliance ensuring every dish meets the highest standards

• Inventory & Cost Management: Optimize ingredient usage control costs and maintain stock levels to support smooth operations

• Team Development: Inspire and mentor your team through training and hands-on guidance building a kitchen culture rooted in creativity and collaboration

• Guest Engagement: Interact with guests when appropriate gathering feedback and ensuring every dining experience exceeds expectations

• Regular attendance in conformance with standards

• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs

• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications Include:

• College Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

• Five to Six years experience in quality food production in an upscale hotel or high end freestanding restaurant;

• Three plus years Supervisory experience in quality food production in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant of similar caliber

Who Youll Supervise:

• Restaurant Culinary Department