Executive Sous Chef

Brookfield Conference Center•Brookfield, WI

19d

About The Position

Join our team, a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace Winner! Now hiring a Executive Sous Chef at the Brookfield Conference Center. Sign On Bonus - $2,000 Must be available nights, weekends, and holidays Why You’ll Love Working with Us The Brookfield Conference Center is managed by NCG Hospitality, an award winning, family-owned third generation business and leader in the ownership, development, and operations of over 30 premier hospitality properties. We foster genuine customer engagement and a positive, team-oriented work culture where your contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed. How You’ll Make An Impact Our Executive Sous Chef creates and maintains a delicious menu to provide our customers with an excellent guest service experience and make each special event unforgettable. Culinary Operations Support kitchen team in Executive Chef’s absence, ensuring consistent execution across line cooks, banquet teams, stewards, and dishwashers Ensure food is prepared according to standardized recipes with proper portion control, presentation, and minimal waste. Maintain high product quality and consistency by sourcing top-grade ingredients, monitoring storage, and verifying proper rotation Enforce safety procedures, proper equipment use, cleanliness standards, and adherence to hotel and company policies Support kitchen team performance, including scheduling, training, uniforms, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed Financial Oversight & Menu Development Support financial goals through accurate recipe costing, portion controls, and waste reduction practices Assist with creative menu planning and aligning offerings to market demand and guest expectations across outlets and banquets Monitor culinary inventory levels and initiate maintenance or supply follow-ups to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations

Requirements

Culinary degree or related work experience or four years of food & beverage experience
Three years in a management position
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to speak clearly and listen attentively
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Effective problem-solving skills
Ability to handle pressure with poise and finesse
Strong leadership and a professional image

Responsibilities

Support kitchen team in Executive Chef’s absence, ensuring consistent execution across line cooks, banquet teams, stewards, and dishwashers
Ensure food is prepared according to standardized recipes with proper portion control, presentation, and minimal waste.
Maintain high product quality and consistency by sourcing top-grade ingredients, monitoring storage, and verifying proper rotation
Enforce safety procedures, proper equipment use, cleanliness standards, and adherence to hotel and company policies
Support kitchen team performance, including scheduling, training, uniforms, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed
Support financial goals through accurate recipe costing, portion controls, and waste reduction practices
Assist with creative menu planning and aligning offerings to market demand and guest expectations across outlets and banquets
Monitor culinary inventory levels and initiate maintenance or supply follow-ups to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations

Benefits

Personalized career pathing and skill development
Leadership and mentorship programs
Educational and certification reimbursement
Worldwide hotel discounts and free stays at NCG Hospitality managed hotels
Catch of the Day – earn bonuses for going above and beyond to support team and guests
Everyone Sells – earn cash for bringing in business to our properties
Paid Volunteer hours – Earn money for community service
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid sick time and Paid Time Off
Virtual telehealth access and employee assistance resources
Monthly health and fitness reimbursement programs
Same-day pay options
Referral bonus – earn cash for bringing great team members
401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%
Health Savings Account