Junior Sous Chef- Banquet

AccorHotel • Scottsdale, AZ

3d

About The Position

The Junior Sous Chef supports the culinary team in delivering safe, efficient kitchen operations and exceptional cuisine. The role includes preparing menu items to recipes and department standards, coordinating food and equipment supplies, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, and working on the line during service. The Junior Sous Chef communicates with the Chef about daily operations, specials, shortages, assignments, and maintenance needs, while helping ensure a positive experience for guests and colleagues.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of similar Food and Beverage experience.
• Working knowledge of knives, knife skills, and small wares equipment.
• Working knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Working knowledge of weights and measures and various cooking techniques.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with the Chef.
• Take physical inventory of specified food items for daily inventory.
• Ensure each kitchen work area is stocked with the specified tools, supplies, and equipment needed for business demand.
• Keep recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, and photographs current, posted, and followed.
• Prepare menu items according to recipes and yield guides and department standards.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with departmental policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain knowledge of the correct maintenance and use of equipment.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge guests throughout the day.
• Maintain positive guest and colleague relations.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas.
• Review daily specials and offer feedback to the Executive Chef.
• Communicate additions or changes to assignments as they arise during the shift.
• Review daily supplies and ensure they are received and stored correctly.
• Follow hotel break policy and grooming and attire guidelines.
• Ensure opening and closing duties are completed to standard.
• Check kitchen printers on the line to confirm they work and have enough paper for the shift.
• Work on the line during service and assist wherever needed.
• Monitor shortages and communicate with the Chef before items run out.
• Inspect the cleanliness of the line, floor, and all kitchen stations.
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and hotel requirements.
• Communicate maintenance work orders to the Chef.

Benefits

• Employee discounts at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, local companies, and Accor worldwide for employees and their families.
• Free meals at the on-site employee restaurant.
• Learning programs through Accor Academies.
• Medical and dental benefits, including two employer-funded medical plans with a $0 employee-only premium option.
• 401(k) and direct deposit.
• Career development and national promotion opportunities.
• Matching retirement benefits.
• Travel discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed