Harrison Group

Harrison Group

Chef de Cuisine - Captain's Table

Ocean City, MD

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago
Performance ManagementLeadershipCommunicationFood Safety

About the role

  • Captain's Table is an Ocean City tradition, proudly serving locals and visitors for more than 60 years.
  • This role ensures consistent food quality, kitchen efficiency, cost control, sanitation compliance, and team development.
  • Working directly with the Property Director of Food & Beverage, the Chef de Cuisine translates the restaurant's culinary standards into daily execution while maintaining profitability and an exceptional guest experience.

Responsibilities

  • Excellent communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with F&B leadership and front-of-house teams.
  • Lead and supervise all back-of-house operations, including line cooks, prep cooks, dish staff, and banquet culinary team members.
  • Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and adherence to established recipes and brand standards.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage on menu execution, seasonal updates, and banquet offerings.
  • Manage food cost, waste control, and inventory to meet budgeted targets.
  • Develop, coach, and mentor culinary team members to ensure performance standards are met.
  • Create and manage kitchen schedules to align with business demand while controlling labor costs.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
  • Support banquet and private dining events with proper preparation, staffing, and execution.
  • Maintain strong communication with front-of-house leadership to ensure efficient service flow and guest satisfaction.

Requirements

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent bending, reaching, and use of kitchen equipment is required.
  • Must be able to taste, smell, and visually assess food quality.
  • 3-5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in coastal cuisine, seafood preparation, and seasonal menu development.
  • Experience with menu development, food costing, and labor management.
  • Occasional travel for culinary events, training, or professional development may be required.
  • flexibility required based on business needs, seasonal volume, and special events.
  • Evening and weekend shifts are required.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Nice to have

  • Culinary degree from an accredited institution preferred
  • equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Skills

  • Proficient in inventory systems, recipe costing, and kitchen management tools.

Benefits

  • Ensure compliance with all health department regulations, food safety standards, and company policies.

Company info

  • Known for its family-friendly service and consistently exceptional cuisine, Captain's Table features authentic coastal fare including fresh seafood, South African lobster tails, whole lobsters, and Certified Angus Beef® steaks prepared with precision and care.
  • Captain's Table operates as part of The Harrison Group, a third-generation, family-owned hospitality company founded in 1951 and headquartered in Ocean City, Maryland.
  • The Harrison Group owns and operates more than fifteen hotels and seven restaurants across Ocean City, Maryland; Virginia Beach, Virginia; Corolla, North Carolina; and Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
  • We are seeking a Chef de Cuisine who will uphold this legacy of quality while leading daily kitchen operations, driving consistency, developing the culinary team, and ensuring strong cost controls in a high-volume, guest-focused environment.
  • We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • We believe that enables us to grow as a company while serving customers throughout our communities.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals.

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