Chef de Cuisine @ Ghost Tree Grill @ Bandon Dunes Golf Resort

 As Chef de Cuisine at Ghost Tree Grill, you'll lead the kitchen of Bandon Dunes' premier Pacific Northwest steakhouse and raw bar. Located steps from Old Macdonald's 18th green, Ghost Tree serves discerning guests who've traveled from around the world to experience championship golf—and who expect the same level of excellence at the table.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll work the line alongside your team during service, ensuring every dish—from locally sourced oysters at the raw bar to dry-aged steaks and Northwest seasonal ingredients—meets our high standards. You'll see golfers finishing their rounds and settling in at the bar, locals celebrating special occasions, and guests who expect both flawless execution and genuine hospitality.

Working with our Executive Chef, you'll help develop menus that showcase the best of the Pacific Northwest while managing the full scope of kitchen operations: food costs, inventory, team leadership, scheduling, and maintaining consistency during high-volume service. You'll need the technical skills to handle premium proteins and fresh seafood with precision, and the operational experience to run a kitchen that's open seven days a week, year-round.

This isn't a job where you manage from behind a desk. It's for a chef who thrives on the line, takes pride in every plate, and knows how to keep a team sharp even when the dining room is packed. Ideal candidates have at least 10 years of culinary experience and 5 years of Chef/Manager experience in an upscale, modern steakhouse.

Bandon Dunes is a world-class golf resort located on the Oregon Coast near the charming community of Bandon. Guests come to experience golf as it was meant to be at Bandon Dunes' six distinct golf courses. That includes five 18-hole courses, which all rank among the top 16 public courses in the United States, according to Golf Digest. The resort is also home to two 'Courses with a Mission': Bandon Preserve, an award-winning par-3 course, and Shorty's, which opened in 2024. All net proceeds from both courses fund the Bandon Dunes Charitable Foundation, supporting communities along the South Coast of Oregon.

Beyond premier golf, guests delight in a variety of dining options at Bandon Dunes’ collection of restaurants. Whether you're looking to enjoy locally-sourced, Pacific-Northwest cuisine accompanied by an award-winning wine list or prefer kicking back in a Scottish-style setting with traditional pub fare and local microbrews, there is something for everyone.

Working at Bandon Dunes is a dream for golf fans, outdoor enthusiasts, and hospitality professionals alike. The Bandon Dunes team works together to create trips of a lifetime for our guests. We are passionate stewards of our resort, community, and environment. As an endlessly curious group, we ask questions, share ideas, and always look for a better way. With a hard-working attitude, we help guide our guests through their pure golf experience, immersed in Oregon’s natural beauty and away from the demands of daily life.

If you're a chef who finds satisfaction in leading a team, creating exceptional food, and maintaining high standards in a beautiful coastal setting, we'd like to hear from you. This role reports to our Executive Chef and offers the opportunity to make a real impact on guest experiences.

 

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