Chef, Executive Sous - The Elmore Hotel

Coury Hospitality•Southlake, TX

21h

About The Position

At The Elmore Hotel, we deliver boutique luxury with a Texas twist in Dallas’ vibrant Southlake district. Featuring sophisticated accommodations, refined dining, and elegant event spaces, our hotel is designed for unparalleled comfort and hospitality. Curators at The Elmore Hotel enjoy working in an upscale, service-driven atmosphere that values excellence, innovation, and personalized guest experiences. SUMMARY: Performs advanced food preparation in a fine dining restaurant along with supervision of kitchen staff.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to read and follow recipes
possess basic reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills.
At least 2 years high-volume cooking experience with extensive knowledge in fine dining restaurant service.
Food safety knowledge
Strong interpersonal and communication skills involved in culinary training.
Ability to be a self-starter with strong organizational skills
Knowledge of the Back of House operations and ability to supervise others.
Closed toe, non-canvas and non-skid soled shoes.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the entire operation of the kitchen including:
Providing management and support to the kitchen staff, ensuring efficiency in the daily operation.
Training, developing, and motivating staff to meet and exceed established food preparation standards on a consistent basis. Teaching preparation according to well-defined recipes and following-up to discuss ways of constantly improving the cuisine at the property.
Maintaining the quality of food preparation and presentation through active participation in all aspects from planning to plating. Ensuring all products are prepared in a consistent manner and meeting departmental appearance/quality standards.
Troubleshooting unexpected or unusual situations in the kitchen.
Food cost control and inventory.
Discussing daily food cost reports with key kitchen and F&B staff.
Ensuring all equipment in the kitchen is properly maintained and in working order in accordance with City/County Health Department and property standards.
Coordinating with support departments for acquisition of needed goods and services.
Ensuring sufficient staffing levels are scheduled to accommodate business demands.
Following and enforcing all applicable safety procedures specified for kitchen and food services areas.
Maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities.
Displaying exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment, counseling employees as appropriate, and demonstrating a dedicated and professional approach to management.
Delegating as appropriate to develop subordinates to accept responsibility and meeting clearly defined goals and objectives.
As part of the management team, displaying an attitude of loyalty, dedication, confidentiality, and a willingness to cooperate with other team executives and staff.
Accepting projects and responsibilities as assigned by General Manager and the Executive Chef and completes in a timely manner.
Remaining at all times appropriately groomed per company grooming standards and wearing the uniform provided.