# Area Chef Manager

**Company:** [Dartcor](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/8PL4nPyeXg2UMx9w5CaxBH.md)
**Location:** Morristown, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Dartcor

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## Description

**About Us:**  
Dartcor Enterprises is hiring a full-time Traveling Chef to rotate across our Dartcor Hospitality Group portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to build broad, cross-concept culinary experiences— while enjoying the stability of a single, full-time employer with benefits.

This is not a contract position. You'll be a permanent member of the Dartcor culinary team, rotating between assigned properties rather than tied to one kitchen.

What You'll Do:

• Rotate between assigned Dartcor properties.

• Learn and execute each property's menu, service style, and brand standards

• Partner with property-level kitchen teams, sous chefs, and management during each rotation

• Maintain consistency in food quality, safety, and presentation across locations

• Provide coverage during staffing vacancies, high-volume periods, or special events

• Share cross-property insights, techniques, and best practices back to culinary leadership

## Requirements

**What We Need From You:**

·        **Culinary Leadership:** Lead the kitchen team in preparing and serving high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and creativity in every plate.

·        **Menu Creation:** Develop seasonal menus based on fresh, local ingredients, and cater to client dietary preferences and restrictions.

·        **Team Development:** Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety, quality standards, and operational excellence.

·        **Inventory Management:** Manage inventory, track supplies, and place orders as necessary to maintain smooth operations.

·        **Guest Relations:** Interact with guests, accommodating special requests and ensuring a superior dining experience.

·        **Operational Excellence:** Ensure all kitchen operations comply with safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

·        3+ years of experience in NYC or fine-dining restaurants, boutique hotels, or upscale catering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role

·        Minimum 5 years of catering experience

·        Expertise in menu planning, cost control, and food production

·        Strong leadership skills, with the ability to train and guide kitchen staff

·        Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation protocols

·        Comfortable adapting quickly to new kitchens, teams, and menus across rotating properties

·        Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment

·        Excellent communication and organizational skills

·        Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

·        Bilingual a plus

## Benefits

**What You'll Get From Us?**

-   Competitive salary-$75,000, 401K and performance-based incentives
-   Travel allowance will be provided
-   Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
-   Paid time off and holiday pay
-   Opportunity to work in a dynamic and luxurious hospitality environment
-   Work-life balance with weekday hours

If you’re a motivated culinary professional with leadership experience, we want to hear from you. Join our team as an Area Chef Manager and take the next step in your culinary career!