Executive Sous Chef

Schulte Hospitality Group•Anaheim, CA

About The Position

The Viv hotel in Anaheim is seeking an energetic, experienced, and hands on Executive Sous Chef to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team! What's in it for you? When you join Schulte Companies you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! Schulte Companies provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to: Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay! Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for all Associates starting day one! Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options 401k Plan + Company Match for eligible associates Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more! Our Company: Schulte Companies is a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

Requirements

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant
Strong background in à la carte service, team leadership, and kitchen
Proven ability to manage people, costs, and execution
Ability to multi-task
Team player
Ability to exceed expectations of guests
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership

Responsibilities

Execute menus and culinary programs as directed by the Executive Chef, ensuring consistency, quality, flavor, and presentation.
Assist with menu development, testing, and implementation, providing creative input aligned with the brand.
Maintain standardized recipes, portion control, and plating
Directly supervise sous chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff, providing leadership, coaching, and daily direction.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance
Foster a positive, professional kitchen culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Act as the Executive Chef’s representative in their
Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure cleanliness, organization, and operational
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety
Monitor kitchen equipment and coordinate maintenance needs to minimize
Support guest-facing culinary initiatives, including special events, tastings, and chef-driven
Accommodate special requests and dietary needs while maintaining quality and operational
Assist in managing food costs, labor efficiency, inventory control, ordering, and waste
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis efforts in collaboration with the Executive
Ensure proper receiving, storage, and utilization of all food and kitchen

Benefits

Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for all Associates starting day one!
Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
401k Plan + Company Match for eligible associates
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

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