Cheval Blanc Executive Chef

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Cheval Blanc Courchevel seeks an Executive Chef in Courchevel, France to lead its gastronomic kitchens and culinary teams.

Overview

Cheval Blanc Courchevel is a five‑star Palace property managed by LVMH Hotel Management, renowned for its refined mountain hospitality and high‑level gastronomy. The Maison combines contemporary alpine design with Michelin‑calibre culinary experiences and a service culture oriented toward discretion, craftsmanship and creativity.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and oversee all menus, dishes and culinary concepts for every food outlet of the hotel.
  • Ensure culinary excellence in taste, presentation and consistency across services and outlets.
  • Create, validate and enforce precise technical recipe sheets and ensure their correct application by kitchen teams.
  • Manage daily kitchen operations, including organisation of production, staffing, rotas and service flow.
  • Control and optimise all food‑related costs (food cost), budgets and profitability for the culinary department.
  • Manage stock levels, inventory procedures and ordering in collaboration with Economat and Purchasing services.
  • Participate in supplier selection, maintain supplier relationships and support commercial negotiations with Purchasing and Finance.
  • Recruit, train and develop kitchen personnel; instil standards, procedures and a performance culture.
  • Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety and legal standards (HACCP, local regulations) within the department.
  • Protect and supervise the culinary signature of the group, coordinating with consulting Chef Yannick Alléno and pastry teams.
  • Contribute to pre‑opening activities and seasonal ramp‑ups when required.

Qualifications

  • Professional culinary qualification (CAP / BEP / Bac Pro / BTS Hôtellerie‑Restauration or equivalent).
  • Minimum 5 to 10 years of progressive culinary experience, including several years as Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef.
  • Proven background in high‑end gastronomic or Michelin‑starred kitchens; palace-level hospitality experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in team management, staff development and high‑pressure service operations.
  • Strong competency in food cost control, budgeting and inventory management.
  • Experience with restaurant openings and/or intense winter seasonal operations is highly regarded.
  • French: fluent. English: professional level appreciated.

Skills

Mastery of classical and modern gastronomic techniques Menu development and culinary concept creation Food cost analysis and budget management Stock control and procurement coordination Technical fiche (recipe sheet) production and implementation Team leadership, coaching and talent development Hygiene and safety standards (HACCP compliance) Supplier relations and negotiation Ability to perform under high service pressure and seasonal peaks Collaborative development with pastry teams

Experience

Minimum 5 to 10 years of professional culinary experience, including several years in leadership as Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef within Michelin‑level restaurants or luxury palace hotels; proven ability to lead teams, manage costs and run high‑intensity seasonal operations.

Education

Professional culinary qualification (CAP / BEP / Bac Pro / BTS Hôtellerie‑Restauration or equivalent).

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Courchevel, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, with easy access to Geneva. 2 luxury roles are listed in Courchevel on Cerulean, 1 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Cerulean lists 72 open positions — 3 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.313 open roles in France, including 147 added in the last 48 hours.

Benefits

Free staff accommodation; meals provided during working hours; urban transport pass and travel expenses covered (conditions apply); uniforms designed by Vanessa Brizon and laundered by the employer; advantageous health insurance (mutuelle).

Culture

The Maison fosters an exacting yet collaborative culture where culinary creativity and meticulous service converge. Teamwork, continuous training and a relentless attention to detail define daily operations in a fast‑paced, seasonally intensive mountain luxury environment.

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