Chef de Cuisine - Carna Steakhouse

About the role

SLS Baha Mar in Nassau, The Bahamas, is looking for a Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen at Carna Steakhouse. The role manages day-to-day kitchen operations and ensures consistent food quality, presentation and guest satisfaction, while maintaining food safety, cleanliness and team performance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations and maintain Carna culinary standards, recipes and specifications
• Work with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings and special events
• Monitor food production, quality, freshness and portion control, and run regular tastings
• Recruit, train, mentor and evaluate kitchen staff, and schedule labour to control costs
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, and ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, sanitation and local health regulations
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving and storage, and control food cost through purchasing and waste reduction
• Monitor labour costs, productivity and sales trends, and support budgeting and financial planning
• Handle guest feedback and special dietary requests, and collaborate with front-of-house leadership
• Take part in VIP events, promotions and guest engagement when required

Required profile

• At least 5 years of progressive culinary leadership in an upscale steakhouse, fine-dining restaurant or luxury hotel
• Previous experience as Sr. Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine required
• Food Safety/HACCP certification required; culinary degree or professional certification preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs unaided and 150 lbs with equipment, and to wear PPE provided by the employer

Required skills

• Knowledge of premium beef programs, dry-aging methods, grilling techniques and modern steakhouse operations
• Excellent butchery and steakhouse preparation skills
• Proven ability to manage food and labour costs
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills