Director of Culinary Experiences / Executive Private Chef - PLACED
Location
Boyne Falls, Michigan
Category
Private Chef
Posted Date
July 14, 2026
Director of Culinary Experiences / Executive Private Chef
Boyne Falls, Michigan
Full-Time | Initial 6-Week Contract with Opportunity to Transition into a Long-Term Position
Salary: Open and negotiable for the right individual or domestic couple.
Accommodation: Beautiful fully furnished private home provided on the property.
Additional Benefits: Company vehicle, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to help shape one of the Midwest's most exciting luxury hospitality destinations.
A Rare Opportunity to Build Something Extraordinary
We are seeking an exceptional culinary professional to lead, develop, and elevate every aspect of the food and beverage experience at a truly unique luxury property in beautiful Boyne Falls, Michigan.
This position is unlike a traditional Executive Chef or Head Chef role. We are looking for someone with vision—an individual who wants to create memorable culinary experiences rather than simply prepare exceptional food.
The successful candidate will help develop and lead a highly curated, farm-to-table culinary program centered around sustainability, local sourcing, hospitality, education, and unforgettable guest experiences.
This opportunity is open to an individual or an experienced domestic couple. Couples with one partner focused on culinary leadership and the other bringing exceptional five-star service, hospitality, and luxury property management experience are encouraged to apply.
Candidates with backgrounds in Auberge Resorts, Relais & Châteaux, Blackberry Farm, Montage, Aman, Four Seasons, luxury boutique resorts, Michelin-starred restaurants, private estates, or world-class hospitality environments are particularly encouraged to apply.
The Opportunity
The Director of Culinary Experiences will become the face of the property's culinary program, creating exceptional guest experiences while developing a destination recognized for thoughtful hospitality, seasonal cuisine, and authentic farm-to-table living.
This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about:
- Farm-to-table cuisine
- Sustainable sourcing
- Clean eating
- Seasonal menus
- Guest interaction
- Culinary education
- Building a team from the ground up
- Creating unforgettable dining experiences
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership
- Design and execute exceptional seasonal menus utilizing local farms, artisan producers, fisheries, and specialty vendors.
- Prepare refined breakfasts, lunches, dinners, private dining experiences, and tasting menus.
- Deliver elevated culinary experiences throughout multiple guest residences across the estate.
- Create beautifully presented dishes that reflect the property's luxury positioning.
- Accommodate dietary preferences and customized guest requests.
Signature Guest Experiences
Develop immersive culinary programming including:
- Chef's tasting dinners
- Family-style farm feasts
- Lakeside and riverside dining
- Outdoor wood-fired cooking
- Seasonal harvest dinners
- Farm and producer experiences
- Ingredient tastings
- Maple tapping experiences
- Wine dinners
- Guest cooking demonstrations
- Private chef collaborations
Hospitality & Food & Beverage Operations
Create and oversee every aspect of the guest dining experience including:
- Seasonal welcome cocktails
- Chef-curated canapés
- Luxury arrival experiences
- In-suite breakfasts
- Curated breakfast baskets
- High-end breakfast buffets
- Gourmet picnic lunches
- Grab-and-go gourmet offerings
- Weekend fine dining
- Private events
- Boutique catered experiences
Leadership & Team Development
- Recruit, interview, hire, and mentor an exceptional culinary and hospitality team.
- Develop service standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Create staffing models and operational systems.
- Establish kitchen workflows and quality standards.
- Foster a culture of hospitality, professionalism, and teamwork.
Operations & Procurement
- Source the finest local produce, meats, seafood, dairy, and artisan products.
- Develop relationships with local farmers, ranchers, wineries, fisheries, and specialty vendors.
- Manage inventories, food costs, budgets, and purchasing.
- Source luxury china, glassware, flatware, presentation pieces, and service equipment.
- Curate specialty retail food products and gourmet offerings for guests.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will possess:
- Extensive experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, Private Chef, or Culinary Director.
- Luxury resort, boutique hotel, Michelin-level restaurant, private estate, or UHNW family experience.
- Passion for sustainability and farm-to-table cuisine.
- Outstanding leadership and mentoring skills.
- Beautiful plating and presentation abilities.
- Strong financial and operational management experience.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Outstanding communication and guest engagement abilities.
- A creative, entrepreneurial mindset.
- The ability to build an entire culinary program from the ground up.
Experience with wood-fired cooking, open-fire cuisine, outdoor kitchens, and seasonal outdoor dining is highly desirable.
Domestic Couple Opportunity
This role is equally suited to an experienced domestic couple.
Ideally:
Partner One would lead the culinary program as Executive Chef, overseeing menu development, sourcing, food production, staffing, and guest dining experiences.
Partner Two would focus on luxury hospitality and property presentation, providing exceptional guest service, maintaining the residences to a five-star standard, assisting with food and beverage service, event execution, inventory management, floral arrangements, and ensuring every guest experience exceeds expectations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary open for discussion based on experience.
- Initial six-week contract with the opportunity to transition into a permanent long-term role.
- Beautiful fully furnished private residence on the property.
- Company vehicle provided.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to build and lead a truly unique luxury culinary destination.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for a passionate culinary professional—or couple—who dreams of creating something truly special. If you are a visionary who loves exceptional food, refined hospitality, sustainability, and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.
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