Sought position: Head chef Ref ID: No276672 Town: Courchevel Country : France Contract type: Fixed term contract (saisonnier) Salary: Selon Expérience Experience: experienced Job status: Manager Job category: Kitchen Online since 2025/08/08 This job position is still available for the week of 2025-08-11
OUR COMPANY OVERVIEW
Luxury boutique hotel welcoming an international clientele from December to April, located in the heart of the Courchevel 1850 resort, Les Grandes Alpes*****, has 30 rooms or 9 apartments and offers personalized service with dedicated butlers. The hotel has a Bellefontaine Spa, a "L'Atelier" ski room, a hairdressing salon, a "Le Bellini's" bar and a starred restaurant, the "SW 1850" with at commands chef Sylvestre Wahid. Ski-in ski-out, with direct access to the 3 Valleys area, the largest ski area in the world, we do everything we can to ensure that our international customers can have an unforgettable experience. Passionate about our beautiful professions in the hotel and catering industry, experienced professionals, eager to join a house imbued with a family and luxurious atmosphere where mutual aid is the watchword and in which we believe that to succeed in a company everyone must feel good there, we invite you to send us your applications to the address: rh@grandesalpes.com. All our positions are housed in Courchevel and fed during working hours.
Grandes Alpes, is looking for...
Head chef (M/F)
Location: Courchevel, France (On-site)
Employment type: Seasonal (Full-time, December – April)
Salary: Competitive
About us Grandes Alpes Hotel is an iconic 5-star boutique hotel located in the heart of Courchevel 1850. Founded in 1948 as the very first hotel on the resort, it stands today as a symbol of impeccable service and timeless elegance.
Guests enjoy private residences with personal butlers and chefs, a 2-Michelin-starred restaurant, Bellini bar, Bellefontaine premium spa, and bespoke haute couture-level hospitality. 🔗 Learn more
Why this role matters This role is a cornerstone of the culinary vision and operations at Grandes Alpes. As Head Chef & Culinary Operations Lead, you will be the creative and operational force behind all gastronomic experiences at the hotel.
You will set culinary standards, develop menus for everyday dining and exclusive events, and ensure a seamless, high-end food experience. This unique seasonal position offers the opportunity to implement your culinary philosophy in a prestigious alpine environment.
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership
Full responsibility for kitchen operations in the hotel
Develop seasonal menus as well as bespoke menus for private dinners and events
Operations Management
Create and maintain technical sheets, plating standards, and SOPs
Lead, train, and manage the kitchen team
Financial & Supplier Management
Calculate food costs, manage budgets, and maintain cost control
Work closely with local suppliers and oversee kitchen logistics
Quality & Compliance
Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and safety
Comply with all hygiene and HACCP regulations
Guest Experience
Participate in gastronomic events and VIP guest services
Support front-of-house interaction when required
Who You Are You are a proactive and autonomous culinary professional with a passion for fine dining and luxury hospitality. You thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment and bring both creativity and discipline to kitchen operations. Your leadership inspires your team and elevates the guest experience.
Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 3 years experience as Head Chef, preferably in fine dining, Michelin-starred, or 5-star hotel environments
Strong leadership, kitchen management, and budget control skills
Proven ability to work flexibly and independently in fast-paced seasonal settings
Front-of-house experience and guest interaction skills are a plus
Fluent in French and English; additional communication skills with guests are welcomed
Must hold an EU passport or valid work permit for France
Food Hygiene Level 2 and HACCP certifications required; Level 3 is a significant advantage
Driver’s license category B with at least 2 years of driving experience is a plus
Reporting To: Operationnal manager
Languages Required: French and English (fluent)
ADVANTAGES
Contract & Benefits:
Seasonal contract (November– April)
Competitive salary based on experience
Accommodation and meals provided on working hours
Vacation pay (due to the intense winter season, taking time off during the contract may be impossible; therefore, vacation pay will be compensated at the end of the contract)
IMPORTANT: please do not contact Journal des Palaces for questions regarding the offers, especially to know what happened to your application. We thank you for contacting directly the company.
