Executive Chef

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Fairmont Southampton

Are you ready to join a team that thrives on excellence and embraces limitless potential? Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda’s largest resort, invites exceptional individuals to be part of our award-winning team and shape the future of hospitality.

Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, our 593-room resort is Bermuda's largest, featuring nine restaurants, a 30,000-square-foot spa, an 18-hole par three golf course and a captivating Beach Club. Opportunities for growth and success are boundless.

Our culture emphasizes respect, teamwork, and professionalism, supported by comprehensive benefits. Join our diverse and inclusive team, where your unique talents and perspectives are celebrated. Dare to go beyond the ordinary, unlock your potential and make a lasting impact at Fairmont Southampton. Together, let's create memories that exceed expectations. #BeLimitless

About the Application Process:

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Southampton as our new Executive Chef. The Executive Chef leads and oversees all culinary operations at the property ensuring outstanding food quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all outlets. You will drive strategic menu development, manage kitchen operations, stewarding, staffing, and budgets, and foster a creative, high-performing culinary team while upholding the highest standards of hygiene, safety, guest service, and operational excellence.

What you will be doing:

Culinary Leadership & Food Quality

• Lead all kitchen and stewarding operations across multiple outlets (restaurants, banquets, events, in-room dining, etc.).
• Develop, plan, and implement menus (à la carte, banquets, seasonal specialties, promotional menus) that reflect both local Bermudian flavors and international standards.
• Oversee dish development and signature items, monitor presentation, taste, portion control, food consistency, and plating standards across all outlets.
• Conduct or supervise food tastings and quality control sessions.

Budget, Cost Control & Financial Management

• Prepare and manage the annual culinary department budget, monitor variances, and adjust operations based on business needs.
• Oversee food cost, labor cost, inventory control and wastage; apply menu engineering and cost-control principles to maximize profitability while maintaining quality.
• Approve weekly payroll, work closely with purchasing and supply teams to optimize par levels, supplier relationships, and procurement.

Team Leadership, Development & Staffing

• Recruit, hire, mentor, and train culinary and stewarding staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, stewarding team, and trainees/apprentices.
• Create and implement training programs (e.g. apprenticeship, continuous development) to build team skills, consistency, and career progression.
• Schedule, manage staffing levels, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive, respectful, inclusive, and professional working environment promoting teamwork, integrity, and cooperation.

Operations, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation and health regulations (local authorities and corporate standards, e.g. HACCP or equivalent) in all kitchen/stewarding operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of kitchen and stewarding areas; coordinate with engineering for equipment maintenance and repair needs.
• Develop, update, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for kitchen operations — food prep, storage, waste disposal, inventory management, hygiene, and safety.

Guest and Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Engage with guests, clients, and stakeholders — represent the culinary department when required and contribute to guest satisfaction and brand experience. (Echoing your “be available to meet guests/clients” point.)
• Collaborate with other hotel departments (F&B, events, banquet, front-of-house, purchasing, maintenance, etc.) to ensure seamless operation and exceptional guest experience.
• Support revenue-generation opportunities (special events, seasonal menus, banquets), and work with marketing / events / sales teams when needed to promote food & beverage offerings.

Other Duties

• Participate in regular departmental and hotel-wide meetings (F&B meetings, Banquet Event Order meetings, union/ labor meetings if applicable).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of F&B or General Manager, as needed to support hotel success.
• Sustainability - Implement food separation, waste-control systems, and strict food control measures to reduce wastage and support sustainable culinary operations.

What will you bring to this role?

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: ·

Experience

• 5+ years experience in culinary management within luxury hotels or resorts; as an Executive Chef or similar senior position in a high-volume, multi-outlet environment.
• Proven experience overseeing large-scale Banqueting & Events operations, delivering high-volume production while maintaining luxury presentation and service standards.

Education

• Culinary degree or professional qualification/trade certification in Culinary Arts or a related field. Preferably from an accredited institution (or equivalent international certification).

Competencies, Knowledge & Skills

• Strong leadership and team-building abilities, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid organizational, operational, and strategic planning capabilities, able to manage multiple outlets and high-volume operations under pressure.
• Demonstrated creative culinary skills (modern and classical techniques) and expertise in menu engineering, production planning, and cost optimization.
• Ability to analyze market trends, adapt offerings, and balance local and international culinary expectations.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP, sanitation standards, and kitchen equipment operations, including maintenance and preventative systems.
• Strong financial and administrative skills, including budgeting, P&L analysis, inventory management, purchasing processes, and cost-control programs.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong understanding of luxury service expectations and ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• High level of proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Create an environment where colleagues are empowered, supported and recognized.
• Drive top performance to achieve exceptional results.

Personal Attributes

• Strong work ethic; highly responsible and reliable.
• Creative, innovative, and passionate about culinary excellence.
• Professional, respectful, and able to foster a positive and inclusive team environment.
• Calm, composed, and resilient under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Culturally aware and adaptable; respectful of local traditions and guest expectations.
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Circumstances

• Ability to work shifts, extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Willingness to participate in guest interactions, client meetings, and hotel events.
• Flexibility to respond quickly to operational needs or unforeseen business demands.

Employee Benefits:

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Add any other benefits relevant to your property.

What’s in it for you?

As part of Accor, a global hospitality leader with over 5,500 hotels worldwide, you’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities for growth and development, mentorship, and international mobility
• Health insurance, retirement savings plans, and comprehensive wellness programs
• Worldwide travel discounts and preferred rates across the Accor portfolio
• A supportive, inclusive culture grounded in respect, teamwork, and professional development

Start your journey with us today and explore the possibilities! #BeLimitless

Our Values

Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.

Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.

Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.

Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Your team and working environment:

Fairmont Southampton is a premier luxury resort and regarded as a leader in the hospitality industry.  Our mission is to turn moments into memories for our Guests.  An exciting hospitality career awaits you if you are committed to providing our Guests with an authentically local experience through providing warm and engaging service.

Our Heartists work cohesively as part of the team in a demanding, multi-cultural diverse environment.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.