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Retreat Chef Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Pacific City, OR · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

... retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium-sized ... Support the Chef De Cusine · Oversee and maintain the highest standards of food preparation ...

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Executive Chef

Saint Benedict, OR · On-site

$71K - $98K/yr

Plan, prepare, and oversee meal production for the Seminary, Monastery, Guesthouse, retreats, conferences, meetings, and special events. * Collaborate with Culinary and Event Management to develop ...

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Line Cook

Pacific City, OR · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium-sized ... chef and sous chef. * Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring that all necessary items are ...

Line Cook

Pacific City, OR · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium-sized ... chef and sous chef. * Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring that all necessary items are ...

Breakfast Line Cook

Eugene, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $22.50/hr

Conducts inventory, monitors product levels, and communicates replenishment needs to the Chef team ... Nestled along the banks of the Willamette River, Valley River Inn offers a tranquil retreat for ...

Retreat Chef information

What is a retreat chef?

A Retreat Chef is a culinary professional responsible for preparing meals at wellness, meditation, or corporate retreats. They design menus that align with the retreat's theme, often focusing on healthy, locally sourced, and dietary-specific meals. In addition to cooking, they may also manage kitchen operations, source ingredients, and accommodate guests' dietary needs. Their goal is to enhance the retreat experience through nourishing and thoughtfully prepared meals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retreat chef?

To thrive as a Retreat Chef, you need expert culinary skills, menu planning abilities, and experience catering to diverse dietary requirements, often supported by culinary school training or equivalent experience. Knowledge of kitchen management, food safety certification (such as ServSafe), and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment are integral to the role. Strong organization, creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help deliver a memorable dining experience and respond to guests' needs. These competencies ensure high-quality, health-conscious meals and smooth kitchen operations in a dynamic retreat setting.

What are the typical challenges a retreat chef might face during a retreat event?

Retreat Chefs often face the challenge of preparing nutritious, appealing meals for groups with varying dietary restrictions, sometimes in remote locations with limited kitchen resources. Logistics such as timely food sourcing, storage, and adapting to last-minute changes in guest headcount are also common. Additionally, balancing meal schedules around retreat activities and collaborating with wellness staff requires flexibility and strong organizational skills. Overcoming these challenges successfully helps create a seamless and enjoyable guest experience, which is central to the retreat’s overall success.

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Infographic showing various Retreat Chef job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

$55K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 hours ago

Posted today


Job description

Description:

Join the culinary team at Meridian Restaurant and Bar inside the Headlands Coastal Lodge and Spa, a luxury retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium-sized restaurant, focused on producing a refined dining experience with all the warmth and genuineness that Oregon is famous for. Housing assistance may be available.


OUR CULTURE | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul

The Noble House Hotels & Resorts philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all." And neither are our team members. What makes us unique lies within our team. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine and we like to have fun.


A day in the life...


As a Sous Chef

Key Accountabilities:

· Work alongside the Heart of House in the operation of the Meridian Kitchen.

. Support the Chef De Cusine

· Oversee and maintain the highest standards of food preparation, recipe execution, plating, and food safety.

· Ensure all Heart of House systems, procedures, and processes are clear, concise, documented, and followed. This includes utilizing computer-based platforms to manage inventory, ordering, food costs, and recipes.

· Demonstrate passion and knowledge, preparing innovative northwest cuisine and supporting the Heart of House team in creating and consistently delivering the agreed-upon menu.

· Work well under pressure and confidently lead the Heart of House team by role-modeling leadership and company values.

· Lead and build a collaborative, high-performing culinary team by directing professional development with active coaching and accountability.

· Motivate the team and recognize their success. Create an environment of shared responsibility, feedback, and learning.

· Manage employment activities for kitchen staff members, including training, planning, directing, monitoring work activities, and evaluating performance.

· Handling complaints and executing a plan of action to resolve the matter.

· Ensuring sanitation and safety programs comply with state and federal guidelines.

· Ensures compliance with controls and monitors kitchen activities to minimize food and waste costs.

· Monitors the condition of equipment and makes recommendations for maintenance, repair, and upkeep of the kitchen, its equipment, and other areas of the property.

· Prepares reports, and cost menus, makes schedules, and performs administrative duties as assigned.

· Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor costs.

· Manage shifts, including daily decision-making regarding labor and staffing, scheduling, planning, specials, and fresh sheet development while upholding standards, product quality, and cleanliness.

Requirements:

You own this if you have…


· 2 years culinary experience, supervisory and/or management experience, preferably in the hospitality or Resort industry.

· State certified food Handlers and/or Serve Safe certified.

· Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of staff management and food control.

· Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

· Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision.

· work flexible hours as required including nights, weekends, and holidays.

· Positive attitude, professional manner, and appearance in all situations.


We’ve got you covered…

Our team members are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

  • Health Benefits Package-Medical/Dental/Vision/EAP
  • Supplemental benefits to select such as Short-Term disability, Life Insurance, AD&D and Pet Insurance
  • 401K plan with matching
  • Paid Holidays/Personal/Vacation/Sick time
  • Onsite parking
  • Complimentary shift meal
  • Team Member/Family/Friend home and restaurant discounts within Noble House Hotels & Resorts (nationwide)
  • Career growth opportunities and Recognition Programs

Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

Notice of AI Use in Job Application Review

As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process.AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate’s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.