Senior Sous Chef Pastry

Marriott International • Chicago, IL

400d • $85,000 - $104,000

About The Position

The position is responsible for the overall success of daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food production while leading and managing kitchen staff. The role emphasizes improving guest and employee satisfaction, maintaining the operating budget, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and food standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related area; or a 2-year degree in Culinary Arts or related field with 2 years of experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to manage and motivate kitchen staff.
• Knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards.
• Ability to prepare and cook a variety of food items.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a luxury hotel or restaurant environment.
• Culinary certifications or specialized training in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the culinary team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members.
• Supervise daily kitchen operations and manage employee performance and productivity.
• Prepare and cook food items, ensuring culinary standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Develop and implement training programs for kitchen staff.
• Manage payroll administration and staffing levels to meet operational needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service and improve service performance based on guest feedback.
• Participate in employee performance appraisal processes and corrective action plans.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care benefits
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount
• Accrued paid time off including sick leave
• Life insurance
• Group disability insurance
• Travel discounts
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Wellness benefits
• Stock awards and deferred compensation plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED