Relax and recharge at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, a top choice among Arizona luxury resorts. Whether you explore the best of Tucson or enjoy the stunning Catalina Mountain range, you can consider us your desert oasis. Welcome to a Sonoran Escape for the Senses.
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; you’ll 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 role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers 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, 401(k) & company match
Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement, Paid Pet Bereavement
Training & Development opportunities, career growth
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more
Job Title: Chef de Cuisine - Flying V
Who WeAre:
Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels &Co operatesiconichotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.
Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have.Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting ourproperties inourCorporateOffice, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Creatinga Team Member experiencewhere you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, genderidentity, national origin,veteranor disability statusthat makesyou, youisa daily focus for us.
What We Offer:
Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement
Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement
Training & Development opportunities, career growth
Tuition Reimbursement
Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts,perksand more
WhatWe’reLooking For:
The Chef de Cuisine is responsible foroverseeing the culinary operations of the Flying V restaurant, including menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen management. This role involves ensuring high-quality food, managing kitchen staff,maintainingfood safety standards, and contributing to a memorable dining experience for guests. The Chef de Cuisine is both a creative leader and hands-on operator, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently while delivering exceptional cuisine.
Who YouAre:
Someone with excellent culinary skills and knowledge of food productions techniques
Acreativeand innovative individualin culinary techniques and menu development.
A subject matter expert inkitchen equipmentuseoperationandFood Service Sanitation Standards
A leaderwho isorganized and hasstrongcommunicationand leadership skills
Someone who canwork under pressure and meet deadlines, especially during peak service times.
What YouWillDo:
Design and develop creative menus that align with the restaurant’s concept and guest preferences.
Ensure consistency in quality, presentation, and taste of all dishes served in the restaurant.
Work with the Executive Chef to introduce seasonal dishes, specials, and innovative culinary concepts.
Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow andtimelyfood preparation.
Manage kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, and kitchen assistants,schedulingkitchen staff to ensure proper coverage during peak hours andspecial events
Monitor kitchen inventory and ensuretimelyordering of ingredients and supplies,maintainingproper stock levels.
Maintain the highest standards of food safety and sanitation, ensuring compliance with local health regulations.
Implement and oversee food preparation and storage procedures, including proper labeling, rotation, andexpirationdate monitoring.
Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and ensure all tools aremaintainedand in proper working order.
Manage food costs byoptimizingportioncontrol, minimizing waste, and efficientlyutilizingingredients.
Assistin budgeting and forecasting for kitchen operations, including purchasing and labor costs.
Lead and inspire the kitchen team,promotingteamwork, creativity, and a positive work environment.
Provide ongoing training,mentorship, and developmentto kitchen staff, focusing on culinary techniques, safety procedures, and efficiency.
Ensure that guest expectations are met or exceeded by consistently delivering high-quality dishes.
Interact with guests whenappropriate togather feedback and ensure satisfaction with the dining experience.
Address any complaints or issues related to food quality ina timelyand professional manner.
Your Experience Includes:
College, Culinarydegreeor equivalent professional training
Five to Sixyears’ experiencein quality food production, in an upscale hotel orhigh endfreestanding restaurant; Three plus years Supervisory experience inqualityfood production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurantof similar caliber
Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
Strong leadership and communication skills
Experience in hands-on stock management, inspecting deliveries, and coordinating with suppliers to guarantee fresh, high-quality ingredients and reduce waste.
Deep understanding of current culinary trends, including plant-based options, sustainable sourcing, global flavors, and health-conscious ingredients.
Skilled inutilizingmodern methods to highlight seasonal, local, and premium ingredients, applying techniques that amplify natural flavors and cater to elevated dining experiences.
Skilled in educating and mentoring kitchen staff on modern techniques, fostering a culture of learning and innovation to build a versatile, skilled team.
WhoYou’llSupervise:
Flying V Culinary Team
Loews Hotels & Co was founded in 1960 and continues to own and operate hotels and resorts in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, hotel destinations include Arlington, Atlanta, Chicago, Chicago O'Hare, Coral Gables, Hollywood, Miami Beach, Nashville, New Orleans, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, San Diego, St. Louis, and Tucson. Loews Hotels Hotels & Co operates as a subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L).
WHO WE ARE:
We are a dedicated team focused on allowing our guests to flourish when they are with us. From our most senior of management, to our newest team members, we are all forged of the same hospitality DNA. That defining characteristic is a willingness and commitment to offer comfort, care, and everything in us to all who come through our doors. We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members so they may grow and develop as individuals. We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential as professionals. We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the communities in which we reside. At Loews Hotels & Co, we seek to create a dynamic culture that makes work interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Loews Hotels and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
