• Job Description

  Req#: REF3264U

  Company Description

  A beloved local landmark for over 150 years, White Barn Inn is synonymous with warm New England hospitality, rustic charm and uncompromising attention to detail. Constructed in the 1860s, White Barn Inn’s original farmhouse has offered superb hospitality since the days of the Civil War. It has operated as the White Barn Inn since 1973. In October 2018, White Barn Inn was acquired by Auberge Resorts Collection, a unique portfolio of the world’s best-loved boutique luxury hotels and resorts. Just a 90-minute drive north of Boston, the inviting property is renowned as one of the country’s most distinctive getaways and features several room types, a pool, massage and spa treatments, gardens and a prime location near the sandy beaches and classic coastal town of Kennebunkport, Maine.

  Job Description

  Step into the culinary spotlight as our Executive Chef, where your creative flair and culinary expertise will set the stage for unforgettable dining experiences. Leading our kitchen brigade, you'll orchestrate a symphony of flavors, crafting innovative dishes that tantalize the senses and leave a lasting impression on our guests.

  • Develop and create innovative menus that reflect the culinary vision of the establishment, considering seasonal ingredients, dietary preferences, and culinary trends.
  • Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including staff supervision, food preparation, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards.
  • Standardize recipes and ensure consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation across all dishes prepared in the kitchen.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff, guiding culinary techniques, sanitation practices, and teamwork to maintain a high level of performance.
  • Monitor food costs, labor expenses, and kitchen waste, implementing strategies to control costs while maintaining quality standards and profitability.

  Qualifications

  • Prior experience as a, Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef.
  • Minimum 5-8 years' culinary experience in established restaurants and/or catering companies.
  • Experience in a luxury hotel, Michelin rated restaurant preferred.

  Additional Information

  Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

  US Hotels New England LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. US Hotels New England LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, US Hotels New England LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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