Sous Chef

Sous Chef

As a Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef and be responsible for the preparation of food items while delivering outstanding service in all areas of the culinary division. Areas of responsibility may include dining outlets, banquets, pastry, cafeteria, and stewarding. Additionally, this position is responsible for menu item creation, scheduling, maintaining payroll, ordering, organization, cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Oversee the preparation and execution of culinary offerings, ensuring every dish reflects the highest standards of flavor, technique, and presentation.
• Uphold sanitation practices and organizational standards at all workstations, enforcing all local, state, and industry food safety regulations.
• Lead the team in managing guest orders, fostering a welcoming and efficient environment through prompt and gracious service.
• Demonstrate an expert command of menu items, culinary techniques, ingredients, and departmental procedures to expertly guide staff and exceed guest expectations.
• Oversee inventory control by accurately requisitioning, stocking, and maintaining all provisions at assigned stations, optimizing efficiency and consistency in kitchen operations.
• Execute quality checks on dishes, guaranteeing compliance with food handling, storage, and company quality assurance protocols.
• Direct comprehensive opening and closing procedures, from systematic setup and breakdown of workstations to the completion of daily checklists.
• Champion a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Inspire teamwork and positive collaboration both within the kitchen brigade and across departments, serving as a role model of professionalism.
• Demonstrate exemplary reliability and commitment to standards of attendance, flexibility, and the fulfillment of tasks entrusted by management.

Job Requirements

• Understand and align with the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel.
• Prioritize tasks, work efficiently with limited supervision, and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively in the primary workplace language, demonstrating excellent communication, follow-up, and organizational skills.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, equipment handling, and compliance with required licenses or certifications.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes.
• Work well under pressure and in challenging conditions, using good judgment to resolve problems, follow directions, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

The minimum physical requirements for this position include but are not limited to:

• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds frequently to assist guests
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation
• Ability to bend and twist, push, and pull, stoop, and kneel
• Ascend and descend a ladder

Pay: The annual salary for this position is $65,000-$70,000 plus incentive eligibility based on performance.