At East West Hospitality, our vision is to be the most trusted hospitality services company and employer of choice, built on genuine and enduring relationships. We believe in doing the right thing for each other, our community, our environment, and those we serve. 

Bring your culinary vision to life at Stag Lodge in Deer Valley. Nestled in Silver Lake Village, Stag Lodge brings that commitment to hospitality to life through exceptional food, personalized service, and a strong sense of community. We’re looking for an experienced and creative Chef de Cuisine to lead our culinary team and help shape memorable dining experiences for our owners and guests.

About the role

In this role, you will be a driving force behind our culinary program—leading a talented kitchen team, developing seasonally inspired menus, and bringing modern mountain cuisine to life across Café 52, the bar, in-home dining, and special events.

If you are a hands-on culinary leader who thrives on creativity, collaboration, and delivering exceptional experiences, we would love to meet you.

• Location: Stag Lodge – Deer Valley, UT
• Start Date: ASAP
• Employment Type: Full Time, Year Round
• Pay Rate: Starting at $75,000/year, based on experience
• Schedule: Schedule varies based on business needs and includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead day-to-day culinary operations, including menu development, food preparation, execution, and presentation across Café 52, the bar, in-home dining, and special events
• Create innovative, seasonally inspired menus that showcase quality local ingredients, modern mountain cuisine, and global influences
• Lead, mentor, and develop the culinary team while fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, accountability, and excellence
• Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, consistency, presentation, sanitation, and food safety
• Partner with Food & Beverage, Events, and other lodge teams to deliver seamless culinary experiences for owners, guests, special events, and banquets
• Manage food costs, labor, purchasing, inventory, and other budgetary responsibilities while balancing operational efficiency with exceptional quality
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers and vendors to source high-quality ingredients and products
• Stay current on culinary trends, techniques, and industry best practices, bringing fresh ideas and thoughtful innovation to the dining experience
• Engage with owners and guests, welcome feedback, and continuously evolve offerings to exceed expectations
• Lead by example in the kitchen, remaining hands-on and engaged during service while supporting a positive, high-performing team environment

About You

Our standout candidate brings a combination of culinary creativity, strong leadership, and operational expertise to the kitchen. The ideal candidate is a confident and collaborative leader who knows how to inspire a team while maintaining exceptional standards for quality, consistency, and presentation. You bring experience developing menus, managing food and labor costs, maintaining strong food safety practices, and executing high-quality service in a fast-paced culinary environment. Just as importantly, you are energized by creating memorable experiences, building relationships with owners and guests, and bringing fresh ideas to the table.

Benefits & Perks

Our benefits package is designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Eligible employees can choose from three Health Insurance plans, along with Dental, Vision, and Accident Insurance and Life Insurance. You will also enjoy a Ski Pass or Equivalent Bonus, a 401(K) Plan with Employer Match, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time, Career Development Trainings, our Sabbatical Program, a $500 Referral Program, and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Join us at Stag Lodge and bring your creativity, leadership, and passion for hospitality to a culinary program where you can make a meaningful impact.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.