The Lounge – Chef de Cuisine - Manager / Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

Job description

The Chef oversees the overall kitchen operations, including The Lounge, In Room Dining, Breakfast, and the Restaurant, and is responsible for menu development, staff management, and maintaining high standards of ingredient quality. Through effective planning, organization, direction, and control of all culinary operations, the role ensures the highest level of guest satisfaction.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Essential Criteria
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as Chef de Cuisine or equivalent leadership role in a luxury hotel or premium dining environment.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple culinary operations simultaneously (The Lounge, In Room Dining, Breakfast service).
• Strong leadership, team development, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated menu development skills with a focus on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
• Excellent understanding of hygiene, safety, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to manage food cost, inventory, and kitchen financial performance.
Desirable Criteria
• Experience in Japanese mountain resort luxury hotel operations.
• Experience working with international and multicultural teams.
• Knowledge of global culinary trends and premium product sourcing.