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Sous Chef

$65k - $68k

Davidson Hospitality Group

Sous Chef Opportunity at Hotel Lincoln

Join the team at Hotel Lincoln! Perched in the heart of Chicago's lively Old Town, Hotel Lincoln isn't just a place to stayit's a place where personality shines. Our eclectic, boutique vibe pairs sweeping views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan with the kind of Midwestern charm guests rave about. Steps from the Lincoln Park Zoo, North Avenue Beach, Navy Pier, and the best of downtown, we're at the center of it all.

If you're passionate about hospitality, love a workplace with character, and want to be part of a team that delivers an unforgettable Chicago experience every dayHotel Lincoln is where you belong.

Overview

Accelerate your culinary career and join our team as a Sous Chef! We are seeking a passionate and creative individual who will collaborate with our talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a keen attention to detail. As a Sous Chef, you will communicate daily with the Executive Chef for an update regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures, complete daily food requisitions and daily specials, and assist in the hiring, training, and coaching of the team. You will also play an integral role in menu development, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring that all dishes are prepared to perfection.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. If you have a passion for food and a drive for excellence, apply now!

Qualifications

  • College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort setting
  • Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

  • Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free Maintenance Medications
  • Pet Insurance
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
  • 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.

Salary Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $68,000.00 /Yr.

Davidson Hospitality Group
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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