Deadline: 20/09/26

Location: Black Rock, Tobago (Accepting applicants from Trinidad & Tobago or CARICOM nationals)

Role Summary: Le Grand Courlan Spa Resort is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead the resort’s culinary operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for culinary quality, menu development, kitchen leadership, food cost management, hygiene standards, and the consistent delivery of exceptional dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all culinary and kitchen operations across the resort.
• Develop menus, recipes, presentation standards, and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Lead, schedule, train, and develop chefs and kitchen personnel.
• Manage food costs, wastage, inventory, and kitchen productivity.
• Work closely with Purchasing and Food & Beverage teams to maintain appropriate stock levels and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene requirements.
• Oversee culinary requirements for restaurants, functions, banquets, and special events.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements where required.
• Maintain efficient kitchen operations during high-volume service periods.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or comparable senior culinary leader.
• Diploma, Degree, or professional certification in Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, Food Preparation, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Caribbean and international cuisine.
• Demonstrated experience in menu development, food costing, inventory management, and kitchen controls.
• Strong leadership and staff-development capabilities.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and commercial kitchen standards.

Desirable Qualities:

• Creative and passionate about culinary excellence.
• Strong commercial awareness and cost-control discipline.
• Calm and decisive under pressure.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong attention to quality and presentation.