Sous Chef

Sous Chef Opportunity At Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

Our property is a vibrant hub of culture, style and energy and includes our newly transformed restaurant which embodies iconic luxury boldly reimagined to capture the essence of Chicago through inspired food, drink, art and music. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is honored to be ranked as one of Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Top 50 Hotels in the World. We offer 345 elegant guest rooms and suites: and a luxury spa. We are located steps away from the famed Magnificent Mile, glamorous North Michigan Avenue shopping and minutes from the city's business and financial center. Adorn Restaurant features globally inspired cuisine starring the bounty of the Midwest. Adorn Bar showcases craft cocktails and a wine list that sparks conversation, all with a lively, convivial vibe beckoning to be discovered.

Our Open Opportunity

We invite you to apply to join our leadership team at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago team as Sous Chef! The Sous Chef is an essential member of Food & Beverage leadership team which is dedicated to providing exceptional quality and service to our guests and employees.

We are looking for individuals who possess a high level of attention to detail and a strong work ethic. The ability to multitask and prioritize is also essential for this position.

The Sous Chef is responsible for partnering with Franco Diaz, Executive Chef, in creating an environment where motivated people want to join, learn, do their best and advance.

Successful candidates will be a willing team player, comfortable with electronic systems and willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote teamwork. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• ServSafe Certification.
• Proficient knife skills.
• ServSafe allergen training.
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Second language preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, training, motivation, and communication skills.
• College degree preferably specializing in culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required.
• Three to five years previous experience in culinary leadership position, independent restaurants preferred. Michelin experience required with preference for two or three Michelin Star experience.
• The ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.
• The ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools.
• Ability to collaborate with Hotel Executive Chef and Adorn Executive Chef to align with broader vision of hotel as well as restaurant.

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Internal Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts employees may be eligible for visa sponsorship via an L-1A Visa. Please contact your People & Culture Team regarding eligibility.

Benefits of Working at Four Seasons

• Compensation Range $67,000 - $77,000
• Energizing Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!
• Comprehensive learning and development programs to help you elevate your craft.
• Competitive wages and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan) as well as Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan including Employer Matching Program
• Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year-round.
• Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms & Employee Meals
• And so much more!

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.