Sous Chef - Marriott DFW Westlake - HIRING EVENT

Coury Hospitality • Westlake, TX

9h

About The Position

The Sous Chef plays a critical leadership role in the daily culinary operations of House of Toro. This position supports the Executive Chef and Director of Hotel Operations by overseeing kitchen operations, leading and developing culinary team members, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and ensuring a seamless, high-quality dining experience for every guest. In the absence of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef assumes responsibility for the full operation of the kitchen.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years of high-volume fine dining kitchen experience
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and recipe execution
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge
• Ability to read, follow, and train others on recipes and procedures
• Basic computer, math, reading, and writing skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• Proven ability to supervise and develop back-of-house team members

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Lead, train, develop, and motivate kitchen staff to meet and exceed food quality standards
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to established recipes, specifications, and brand expectations
• Actively participate in all phases of food production, from planning to plating
• Monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation at all times
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational or staffing challenges in the kitchen
• Manage food cost control, inventory, and waste reduction
• Review and discuss daily food cost reports with culinary and F&B leadership
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained and operating safely and efficiently
• Coordinate with purchasing and support departments to ensure proper supplies and services
• Schedule kitchen staff appropriately to meet business demands
• Enforce all safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment
• Foster a positive and respectful work culture through strong leadership and communication
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to develop team members and build accountability
• Demonstrate loyalty, professionalism, and confidentiality as part of the management team
• Complete special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees