Are you an experienced Head Chef ready for an exciting international opportunity in the Caribbean? Do you combine culinary creativity with strong leadership and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences? Then this is your opportunity to lead the kitchen at Kome one of Curaçao's most respected restaurants.
At Kome we believe great food brings people together. Our chef-driven concept is inspired by cuisines from around the world using the very best local and regional ingredients. As Head Chef you will lead a passionate kitchen team while driving creativity consistency and operational excellence every single day.
As Head Chef you will be responsible for:
Leading the kitchen team and overseeing the daily kitchen operation.
Working alongside your team and preparing high-quality dishes.
Maintaining the consistency quality and presentation of every menu item.
Developing new recipes seasonal menus and daily specials.
Monitoring food cost pricing and overall kitchen profitability.
Recruiting training coaching and developing kitchen staff.
Creating staff schedules based on business demands while controlling labour costs.
Standardising recipes and plating techniques to ensure consistent quality.
Ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly maintained cleaned and operated safely.
Maintaining the highest standards of food safety hygiene and cleanliness.
Do you recognise yourself in the following?
You have at least five years of experience in a kitchen leadership position.
A culinary degree is preferred but not required.
You have excellent culinary skills and professional knife techniques.
You are an inspiring leader who enjoys coaching and developing your team.
You are highly organised and able to multitask prioritise and lead multiple teams simultaneously.
You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
You are fluent in English. Spanish or Dutch is considered a plus.
You present yourself professionally and lead by example.
You have experience working with Microsoft Word Outlook 365 and Excel.
Candidates from the United States Colombia and the European Union are welcome to apply.
Performance-based bonuses.
Paid time off.
Health insurance.
Sundays and Mondays off.
Housing assistance.
Full immigration and work permit support.
Travel and relocation assistance.
The opportunity to live and work in one of the Caribbean's most vibrant hospitality destinations.
A professional international team where quality creativity and personal development are highly valued.
Kome is located in the vibrant Pietermaai District the culinary and entertainment heart of Curaçao. For more than 13 years the restaurant has been recognised as one of the island's premier dining destinations offering contemporary cuisine with a strong focus on local and regional ingredients.
Led by Chef David McHugh and Pastry Chef Susan Martin Kome is known for its innovative dishes house-made desserts from its in-house bakery handcrafted cocktails and carefully curated wine list. The restaurant offers an upscale casual dining experience that attracts both international visitors and local guests.
Serving an average of 50 to 70 lunch guests and 130 to 200 dinner guests each day with even higher numbers during peak season Kome operates with a professional team of 31 employees including 16 Front of House and 15 Back of House team members. Together they create the exceptional dining experience that has made Kome one of Curaçao's favourite restaurants.
Nothing is as threatening to a healthy work environment as a team that is long term understaffed. Understaffing can lead to less capacity, less revenue and it increases absenteeism and turnover. The continuing shortage on the job market calls for an innovative and more efficient approach.
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