Chef de Cuisine, Café Standard

The Standard, Mexico City arrives in the historic Tabacalera neighborhood with character, color, and a signature wink. With 206 guestrooms, 27 branded residences, vibrant dining destinations, and a rooftop overlooking the Monumento a la Revolución, we're bringing our unmistakable energy to Latin America.

We're looking for a Chef de Cuisine to lead Standard Café—a vibrant, all-day dining destination where great food, genuine hospitality, and neighborhood energy come together. We're searching for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires their team, and creates memorable dining experiences from the first coffee of the morning to the last bite of the evening.

The Vibe

This isn't just about running a kitchen.

It's about creating a place guests want to return to again and again.

As our Chef de Cuisine – Standard Café, you'll lead the culinary vision for one of the hotel's signature outlets, balancing creativity with consistency while building a culture of collaboration, excellence, and innovation.

What You'll Do

• Lead the day-to-day operations of Standard Café, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency across every service.
• Develop and execute seasonal menus that reflect The Standard's bold, approachable, and creative culinary style.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing kitchen team through hands-on leadership.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and food cost while maximizing operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to deliver memorable guest experiences.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-energy kitchen culture where creativity can thrive.

The Standard, Mexico City arrives in the historic Tabacalera neighborhood with character, color, and a signature wink. With 206 guestrooms, 27 branded residences, vibrant dining destinations, and a rooftop overlooking the Monumento a la Revolución, we're bringing our unmistakable energy to Latin America.

We're looking for a Chef de Cuisine to lead Standard Café—a vibrant, all-day dining destination where great food, genuine hospitality, and neighborhood energy come together. We're searching for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires their team, and creates memorable dining experiences from the first coffee of the morning to the last bite of the evening.

The Vibe

This isn't just about running a kitchen.

It's about creating a place guests want to return to again and again.

As our Chef de Cuisine – Standard Café, you'll lead the culinary vision for one of the hotel's signature outlets, balancing creativity with consistency while building a culture of collaboration, excellence, and innovation.

What You'll Do

• Lead the day-to-day operations of Standard Café, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency across every service.
• Develop and execute seasonal menus that reflect The Standard's bold, approachable, and creative culinary style.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing kitchen team through hands-on leadership.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and food cost while maximizing operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to deliver memorable guest experiences.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-energy kitchen culture where creativity can thrive.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Senior Sous Chef in a luxury lifestyle hotel, boutique hotel, or high-end restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching and developing culinary talent.
• Experience leading high-volume, all-day dining operations.
• Excellent understanding of food cost management, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to perform under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.
• Creativity, curiosity, and a desire to continually evolve the guest dining experience.

If you're passionate about leading dynamic culinary teams and creating unforgettable dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Senior Sous Chef in a luxury lifestyle hotel, boutique hotel, or high-end restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching and developing culinary talent.
• Experience leading high-volume, all-day dining operations.
• Excellent understanding of food cost management, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to perform under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.
• Creativity, curiosity, and a desire to continually evolve the guest dining experience.

If you're passionate about leading dynamic culinary teams and creating unforgettable dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you.