Sous Chef - Housing

The immediate direct support Chef is in charge of a culinary outlet or discipline, or acts when the Executive Sous Chef isn’t on property. The Chef has been trained in all aspects of the specific Food and Beverage daily operations and is able to oversee the entire operation.

Responsibilities

The Chef is directly responsible for all aspects of daily food preparation in assigned areas of the hotel where food is served, supporting the Chef and following the directions in all areas of F&B. They direct kitchen staff and handle all food-related concerns or topics on behalf of the Executive Chef for those assigned areas.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development and representation of all Food, Beverage, and Service aspects of the Department, fostering a culture of continuous learning and training, emphasizing high quality, fresh ingredients, seasonal techniques, and appropriate preparations for each outlet or event, balancing quality and profit.
• Assisting with interviews, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff daily.
• Maintaining knowledge of local health department regulations, Corporate HACCP, Food Safety SOPs, Federal Guidelines, and ensuring continuous compliance.
• Organizing, overseeing, and managing all food prep operations in daily activities.
• Creating menus, recipes, and use records.
• Implementing assigned menus, recipes, and timelines.
• Ensuring the success of the kitchen brigade and station assignments following SOPs and directives, utilizing daily forms and functions.
• Supporting the Chef, Sales Department, E.M., and outlet FOH in marketing and sales programs.
• Executing accounting procedures including F&B checkbook, invoice processing, payroll, inventories, and P&L critiques as assigned.
• Checking food freshness, ensuring recipes and portion control are followed.
• Monitoring food-related expenses to meet budget levels.
• Monitoring guest feedback scores and contributing to positive rankings.
• Fostering a cooperative and respectful work environment.
• Mentoring associates for career development and advancement.

Other Information

Competencies: Analytical Skills, Leading Edge, Creativity, Adaptability, Customer Focus, Coaching, Energy, Selecting A Players, Team Building

Skills: Basic Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, TM1), Knowledge of Cooking and Preparation Equipment, Stewarding Equipment, Basic HR Skills, Basic Sales Techniques

Education/Experience: Associates of Culinary Arts or Business Administration

Working Conditions: 35% Cerebral, 65% Physical

Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, EAP, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Rooms Discount

Location Code: 9090

White Lodging aims to create a lasting company. We hire passionate, driven, and motivated hospitality associates looking to lead. Since 1985, we have been a leading hotel ownership, development, and management company in America.

Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities. Contact: accessibility or . All new hires must complete Form I-9 and provide proof of eligibility. An AEDT will score your skills and responses.

For NYC applicants, alternatives or accommodations are available upon request.