Executive Sous Chef

Omni Nashville Hotel was specially created to be an authentic expression of Nashville's vibrant music culture. Across from the Music City Center, the luxury hotel is a one-of-a-kind experience, fully integrated with an expansion of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on four levels. Located on Fifth Avenue between Demonbreun and Korean Veterans Blvd. The Omni Nashville Hotel design is a modern expression of the city's distinct character, incorporating natural materials, exposed steel and regional limestone. The multi‑story hotel and expanded museum share meeting and entertainment space and bring additional restaurants and retail venues to this dynamic destination in downtown Nashville. The Omni Nashville Hotel's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Nashville may be your perfect match. Overview The Executive Sous Chef has an overall responsibility for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen and food production outlets, ensuring operating costs are minimized. Primarily focusing on banquet services. Responsibilities Responsible for the execution of all Omni Hotel and company policies/procedures, ensuring that all services provided achieve the established standards within the agreed budgetary controls. Assist the Executive Chef in budgeting (food cost, payroll, etc.). When agreed, control all overheads and achieve the food cost budget throughout the year; report all variances from the actual budget with the reasons and recommendations for remedial action. Advise the Executive Chef on all matters relating to the kitchen area and ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice throughout the kitchen. Ensure guest satisfaction with the smooth and effective running of the day‑to‑day operation. Maintain control of the standards for purchasing and receiving items. Work closely with the storeroom manager and food and beverage controller to establish and maintain control of the standards for purchasing and receiving items. Test and evaluate products for quality, paying particular attention to yield, holding qualities, market price and wastage usage of leftovers. Constantly inspect all food service sections during service time to ensure that the correct standards are maintained. Control equipment and schedule maintenance. Perform any other duties as required by management. Qualifications The candidate is required to have at least four years previous culinary management experience in a high‑volume, full‑service hotel restaurant and banquet kitchen. Experience must include supervision of other culinary management. Proven culinary skills and the ability to lead, develop, and motivate staff. Union experience preferred. Ability to teach employees the importance of, and how to interact with internal/external guests and courteously solve internal requests. Creativity and up‑to‑speed knowledge of new concepts and food trends. Basic mathematical skills and ability to create and understand financial reports. Ensure that all health standards are consistently maintained. Ensure all safety and security policies and procedures are followed. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to train staff to produce high volumes of work while maintaining quality per Omni standards. Proficiency with computers. Experience managing payroll and schedules required. Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays. College education and/or culinary degree preferred. Serve Safe certified food manager. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.; push and pull carts or items weighing up to 75 lbs.; walk or stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting; use culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and rely on taste and smell. Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity, AA, Disability, Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link: EEOC is the Law Poster. Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages. #J-18808-Ljbffr