The Shelborne Miami Beach is an iconic Art Deco destination reimagined for a new generation. Rooted in Miami Beach history and energized by contemporary culture, the property is designed to be a social anchor for locals, travelers, hotel guests, and members alike. Our nightlife venues - including the Lobby Bar and the intimate Little Torch cocktail lounge - are intended to be lived-in, magnetic, and culturally relevant, not programmed from a distance.
Art, fashion, wellness, and music are central to Miami's cultural identity and core to The Shelborne's point of view.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Kitchen Management & Supervision:
Oversee kitchen operations under the direction of the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.
Supervise and guide kitchen staff, including cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, ensuring that all tasks are performed according to recipe standards and safety regulations.
Ensure that all food is prepared and presented in a timely manner, meeting the hotel's quality standards for taste, portion size, and presentation.
Train and mentor kitchen staff, helping them develop culinary skills and adhere to operational standards.
Food Preparation & Presentation:
Assist in preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and guest specifications, ensuring high standards of quality and consistency.
Contribute to the creative development of new dishes and seasonal menus, ensuring they align with guest preferences and the hotel's culinary vision.
Monitor food quality throughout the day, ensuring that items are plated attractively and meet safety standards before being sent out to guests.
Inventory & Stock Management:
Assist in managing kitchen inventory, ensuring that all food, beverages, and supplies are properly stocked and rotated.
Work with the purchasing department to ensure timely ordering of supplies and ingredients based on menu needs and current stock levels.
Help track and control kitchen expenses by minimizing waste, adhering to portion control standards, and optimizing ingredient usage.
Health & Safety Compliance:
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, including proper food storage, sanitation practices, and safe food handling procedures.
Oversee the cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces, ensuring that all equipment is properly cleaned and maintained.
Enforce and monitor the kitchen staff's adherence to safety protocols, including proper handling of kitchen equipment and tools.
Assist in conducting regular health inspections to ensure the kitchen meets all local and regulatory health codes.
Collaboration & Communication:
Collaborate with front-of-house staff and management to ensure that guest orders are accurately prepared and delivered in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure that all menu items are prepared according to guest requests and specifications.
Work with the team to solve any operational challenges during service and provide support where needed to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly.
Education and/or Experience
Culinary Arts degree or equivalent formal training preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in a professional kitchen, including experience as a line cook, prep cook, or in a lead culinary role.
Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or lead role within a professional kitchen environment required.
Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety protocols.
Skills/Specialized Knowledge
Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and food presentation.
Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene practices, and local health regulations.
Knowledge of inventory control, portioning, and cost-saving measures in a kitchen environment.
Physical Demands
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry heavy items, such as boxes of ingredients or kitchen equipment.
Ability to perform repetitive motions and tasks, such as chopping, stirring, and standing over hot surfaces.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by kitchen schedules.
Why Join Proper Hospitality
At Proper, we build experiences that move people - and that begins with the team behind them. As a best-in-class employer, we're committed to creating one of the Best Places to Work in hospitality by nurturing a culture where creativity, excellence, and humanity thrive together.
Everything we do is grounded in the belief that hospitality is more than a profession - it's an opportunity to care for others and make lives better. Guided by the Pillars of Proper, we show up with warmth and authenticity (Care Proper), strive for excellence in everything we do (Achieve Proper), think creatively and resourcefully (Imagine Proper), and take pride in the style and culture that make us who we are (Present Proper).
We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we invest deeply in their wellbeing, growth, and sense of belonging. From comprehensive benefits to meaningful development programs, Proper is designed to help you build a career, and a life, that feels as inspiring as the experiences we create for our guests.
Our Commitment: Building the Best Place to Work
Our Best Place to Work initiative is a living commitment - a continuous investment in our people, our culture, and our purpose. We listen, learn, and evolve together to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to imagine boldly, achieve confidently, care deeply, and present themselves authentically.
At Proper, joining the team means more than finding a job - it means joining a community that believes in building beautiful experiences together, for our guests and for one another.
Proper Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federally or state-protected category.