Relais & Châteaux

Executive Chef

Relais & Châteaux  •  €36k - €40k/yr  •  Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Magic Megève Bois is a contemporary boutique hotel in Demi-Quartier, in the heart of the French Alps, and a recent member of Relais & Châteaux With an international clientele accustomed to the very highest standards and just 32 covers, quality and attention to detail are at the heart of everything. We are looking for an Executive Chef to lead our culinary project towards its most ambitious goal: a Michelin star

Under your leadership, the kitchen will aim for the highest levels of recognition. Concretely, you will:

  • Manage breakfast, lunch and dinner at Le Simon
  • Develop a gastronomic menu for The Andrew (aiming for a Michelin star)
  • Build and define the maison's culinary identity — strong, precise and distinctive
  • Manage and train the kitchen brigade, ensuring standards of excellence
  • Design the menus and oversee plating consistent with the house's style
  • Manage orders, supplies and the correct storage of raw ingredients
  • Contribute to our food-and-wine events and the many gastronomic initiatives around the cellar

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years' experience in high-end establishments
  • Professional stability we favour candidates who have held the same role for at least 3 consecutive years, as we're looking for a lasting collaboration
  • The candidate can, if appropriate, propose to bring their own kitchen brigade or part of their kitchen brigade
  • Driving licence required (own car preferred)
  • A concrete ambition to work towards a Michelin star
  • Legal right to work in France (EU citizenship or a work visa already obtained or in progress

Additional Information

  • Permanent contract (CDI)
  • Accommodation at the company's expense (independent flat)
  • Full time, 6 days per week, with flexibility and autonomy in organising your schedule
  • Salary between €3,000 and €3,300 net per month, commensurate with experience and skills
  • Revenue-based bonus, meal vouchers and workwear provided
  • A small, close-knit team where we work like a family, and an ambitious, growing project with real room to develop
  • A Relais & Châteaux member establishment, in an international setting of excellence
Relais & Châteaux

About Relais & Châteaux

Relais & Châteaux is an exceptional worldwide collection of 580 unique, independently operated hotels and restaurants, united by strong values and a devotion to excellence across every aspect of hospitality. 

Originating in France in 1954, and now present in 65 countries, the Association works to celebrate the distinct art de vivre of every global destination. Led by passionate hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs, each of its properties cultivates a meaningful sense of place by nurturing its individual cultural, gastronomic and environmental heritage and collaborating with local artisans. 

With many of its properties run by families, who pass their savoir-faire down from one generation to the next, Relais & Châteaux represents an evolving legacy of memorable travel experiences, in harmony with all life on Earth.

Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
, FR
Year Founded
1954
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