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Executive Chef, Boutique Luxury Resort and Marina

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A boutique luxury resort and marina located in the Bahamas is seeking an Executive Chef.

This is an intimate, all-suite property of roughly 13 to 15 suites, situated on a restored bayfront estate just steps from the celebrated pink-sand beach. It blends an easygoing island atmosphere with elevated service standards. On-site amenities feature a bayview pool, a gym, pickleball, and a full-service marina that accommodates sport-fishing vessels and mega-yachts. Following a renovation, the resort will reopen in mid-November 2026, and the Executive Chef will play a central part in leading that relaunch.

The Executive Chef holds full ownership of food and beverage across two dining outlets:

  • The flagship dining operation, a rooftop venue offering fine dining alongside daily breakfast. This encompasses the complete Executive Chef remit: menu development, fine-dining execution, breakfast service, and event and catering menus.
  • A relaxed waterfront bistro. As a licensed-brand concept with an established menu, the emphasis here falls on inventory control, team supervision, cost discipline, and reliable execution rather than extensive menu creation.

This is a hands-on, resident position on a small island. You will report to the General Manager and Owner. No travel is required.

Priorities for the first 90 days: confirm inventories, assess menu pricing and cost of sales, and revitalize menus to increase dinner volume. Within the first year: develop function and event packages to expand group business.



Requirements

Essential

  • Fluent English
  • Demonstrated experience operating more than one restaurant concept or outlet simultaneously
  • A minimum of 5 years as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a luxury environment
  • Comfortable creating and maintaining menus within a point-of-sale (POS) system
  • Strong kitchen operations capability paired with a truly hands-on approach
  • Background in a 4-star or 5-star hotel or resort
  • Eligible to secure a Bahamian work permit
  • Sound command of food-cost control along with payroll and labor control
  • Proven track record of working in a remote location
  • Formal culinary education or training
  • Current, robust skills spanning international cuisine, bistro dining, and fine dining
  • Outstanding leadership and team development abilities
  • Valid passport and a clean police background check
  • Available to begin by November 1, 2026

Preferred

  • Pre-opening or relaunch experience, covering SOP writing, hiring, training, and go-live
  • Caribbean or island background
  • Bahamian nationals or candidates who already hold Bahamian work authorization
  • Understanding of island culture and island logistics, including supply chains and weather disruptions


Benefits

A total compensation package valued at roughly US$100,000 to US$120,000 or more per year, comprising:

  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Base salary, determined by experience (US$65k to US$85k per annum)
  • Inbound flight to the Bahamas covered
  • Monthly gratuity (tip) pool participation
  • Provided local transportation
  • Provided housing, either on-site or in a nearby rental

Additional benefits:

  • Possible wellness stipend
  • Initial term of one year, aligned to the work-permit cycle, with the intent to renew
  • Two weeks of paid vacation, taken during the property's seasonal closure

This is a non-exempt role, so overtime is possible and paid. Expect long hours surrounding service and the reopening.

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Disclaimer

Haldren is an equal opportunity recruiter. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, sex, marital status, political opinion, age, national origin, disability, or HIV/AIDS status, in accordance with the Employment Act, 2001 of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. Selection is based solely on qualifications, experience, and ability to perform the role.

In line with Bahamian labour and immigration requirements, preference will be given to suitably qualified Bahamian citizens and lawful permanent residents. Non-Bahamian applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, a valid work permit issued by the Department of Immigration before commencing employment.

This advertisement is for recruitment purposes only and does not constitute an offer of employment. Any offer is subject to verification of qualifications, references, and right-to-work status.



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