Culinary Director I Hudson NY

Job Description

Job Description

Culinary Director to oversee a Luxury 5-star Resort located on over 100 acres. The culinary program is produced using its own farm that it manages and curates. The seasonality of the farm dictates the menus for their signature restaurant and amenity program. The concept is a love letter to the season.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Required Work Experience :

8+ years in a senior culinary leadership role within a luxury hotel, resort, or high-end restaurant

group. Experience overseeing multiple outlets and culinary functions, including restaurant,

events, and in-room dining.

Strong financial and business acumen; team development and mentorship; inventory

management and cost controls; cross-departmental collaboration; strategic menu planning

rooted in seasonality and sustainability.

Background in properties or programs centered around farm-to-table cuisine. Demonstrated

success in leading luxury or destination properties with immersive guest programming.

Experience working with onsite or regional farms to influence menus and sourcing.

Visionary but grounded leader with a collaborative spirit. Emotionally intelligent, adaptable, and

able to create a culture of craftsmanship and pride. Excellent communicator with a hands-on

leadership style who leads by example and fosters connection across teams.

Comfort engaging with media, influencers, and food writers as a brand ambassador. Availability

to work weekends and holidays as needed for business demands.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Set and execute the culinary direction of Wildflower Farms with a strong sense of place,

seasonality, and rustic elegance. Elevate the resort’s food philosophy by weaving together the

property's culinary, agricultural, and guest experience narratives.

Oversee daily culinary operations across all outlets, including signature restaurant, in-room dining, events, and

culinary programming. Partner closely with the Executive Sous Chef, who leads the restaurant's creative development, to ensure alignment, consistency, and operational excellence.

Collaborate with the Farm Director to influence planting schedules and harvests, ensuring menus showcase the land’s abundance. Source exceptional ingredients from the Resort and trusted local partners that reinforce the resort’s commitment to sustainability.

Design and execute immersive culinary experiences such as cooking classes, tastings, and

chef-led events that deepen guests connection to food and nature. Ensure every meal is a

memorable moment rooted in authenticity and care.

Build a kitchen culture founded on respect, growth, and excellence. Mentor culinary leaders and

hourly team members, fostering an environment where curiosity and creativity are celebrated.

Drive performance through clear expectations and continuous feedback.

Monitor and manage food and labor costs through proactive planning and reporting. Partner

with property leadership to meet profitability goals while upholding high-quality standards.

Work hand-in-hand with resort departments, including Food & Beverage, Events, Marketing, and

Guest Experience to ensure cohesive operations and brand alignment across all touchpoints.