Chef de Cuisine

Omni Hotels • Richmond, VA • 4d ago

Overview

Richmond Hotel

Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an elegant and relaxing setting. Nestled within the historic and vibrant Shockoe Slip district, our guests enjoy a location adjacent to timeless architecture, restaurants, nightlife and the scenic James River. The Omni Richmond is at the very center of Richmond's financial and legislative districts, blocks from the Virginia State Capitol.Omni Richmond's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Richmond Hotel may be your perfect match.

Job Description

The Omni Richmond Hotel is seeking a talented, quality-driven individual to join it's Culinary team as a Chef de Cuisine. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in all areas of the kitchen's operations. As a leader, you will ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice throughout the kitchen.

Responsibilities

General responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Assisting the Executive Chef in managing the daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel's restaurant, room service, and banquet operations to ensure a high quality and consistent product is produced, which conforms to all Omni Standards.

Monitor, analyze, and control all labor and food costs; prepare the appropriate reports, charts and schedules to ensure budgets are met or exceeded while quality is maintained or improved.

Assisting the Executive Chef in the creation, costing, and implementation of outlets, banquets, seasonal, and specialty menus.

Assuming the responsibilities of the Executive Chef in his or her absence.

Providing kitchen support for restaurant and banquet functions.

Overseeing proper handling and tracing of banquet food returns at the end of functions.

Directing proper sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment.

Complying with health code standards for sanitation.

Ensuring that all kitchen equipment is in good working order and files Synergy tickets for any items in need of repair or maintenance.

Directing proper maintenance of all walk-in coolers (rotation of food products and cleanliness).

Knowing expectations and ensures that staff understands them and that they execute said expectations within the proper guidelines.

Providing support and leadership to accomplish our Medallia food quality score.

Checking and controlling sign-in and sign-out procedures for kitchen staff.

Performing any other job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications for ideal candidate:

Must have at least 2 years previous culinary management experience in a high volume, full service kitchen, with at least half of that time spent in a banquet food production capacity.

Must have proven culinary skills and must be able to lead, develop, and motivate staff.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as organizational skills.

Must be creative and up to speed on new concepts and food trends.

Both Banquets and Restaurant experienced preferred.

Must be computer literate and detail orientated

Must have basic mathematical skills and be able to create and understand financial reports.

Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

College education and/or culinary degree preferred.

Certified as a ServSafe Manager preferred.

Ability to stand, sit, bend, lift, and carry for extended periods of time

Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs without assistance.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster (https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm) and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf) If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.

Job LocationsUS-VA-Richmond

Posted Date7 hours ago(9/26/2025 11:36 AM)

Requisition ID 2025-127898

of Openings 1

Category (Portal Searching) Culinary

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