About this opportunity
Dartcor Enterprises lists this Area Chef Manager opportunity in morristown, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Us:
Dartcor Enterprises leveragesthe power of hospitality to inspire human connection and unlock the potential of people, teams, and communities. Through our family of brands—DartcorHospitality, Chelsea Hospitality Group, and ŌmeCaterers—we design and deliver experiences that elevate daily life and reimagine the role of food, service, and space in the modern world. From next-generation workplace dining to destination restaurants and high-end catering, Dartcoris where hospitality meets purpose—and where culture is created every day. Learn more at dartcor.com, ChelseaHG.com and Omecaterers.com
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
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
What You’ll Get From Us?
Competitive salary-$75,000, 401K after 1 year
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
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Worksite address
morristown, NJ, 07961, US
Who can apply
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