Sous Chef
Hersha Hospitality Management LP•Philadelphia, PA
About The Position
Assist the Executive Chef in preparing food and overseeing kitchen operations in accordance with established food quality, guest service, and sustainability standards. Manage kitchen operations and assigned staff, oversee menu preparation and production, and develop and execute recipes. Train, coach, support, and evaluate kitchen associates while ensuring compliance with brand or hotel standards and HHM core values. The work schedule varies and includes holidays and weekends.
Requirements
- Three years of experience in a managerial position at an upscale and/or high-volume food service establishment.
- Degree or certification from an accredited culinary program preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Degree or certification from an accredited culinary program.
Responsibilities
- Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates to ensure performance in accordance with brand or hotel standards and HHM core values.
- Oversee menu preparation and production, and develop and execute recipes.
- Manage kitchen operations and assigned staff.
- Ensure staff prepare menu items according to recipes and yield guides and department standards.
- Develop new menu items and test and create recipes.
- Train, develop, and evaluate personnel in the proper use of standard kitchen equipment and tools, techniques, and skills.
- Supervise kitchen personnel to ensure cooking methods, garnishes, and portion sizes meet requirements.
- Manage the budget, monitor costs and operating needs, and help contain unnecessary expenditures.
- Direct and develop team skills to achieve department and area goals.
- Evaluate direct reports and conduct introductory-period and annual performance reviews.
- Maintain an open-door policy and address team member issues and concerns promptly.
- Conduct monthly divisional or departmental staff meetings.
- Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
- Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
