Sous Chef - DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek

DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek•Battle Creek, MI

About The Position

6PM Hospitality is seeking a positive, forward-thinking individual to join our team at the newly-renovated DoubleTree by Hilton in Battle Creek, MI. 6PM Hospitality consists of a team of hospitality experts who draw upon decades of experience to make everything from the front desk to the back office achieve a standard of excellence. We partner with property owners, brands, investors and financial institutions to transform short stays into unforgettable experiences, and turn investments into solid returns. Come be a part of our excellence driven team! Position Summary: The Sous Chef assists the Chef in overseeing the kitchen, operations, ensuring the preparation, presentations, and delivery of high-quality dishes for Windward, The Beach Bar, and Meeting & Events. This position is responsible for maintaining kitchen efficiency, managing staff, and contributing to menu development, while following 6PM Hospitality Partner’s Core Values, 6PM Hospitality Partner’s and Hilton standards, and local health department standards.

Requirements

Requires ability to interpret/extract information and/or perform arithmetic functions.
May require typing, record keeping, or word processing.
Good communication skills
This position requires a minimum formal education of an associate’s degree, related certificate or equivalent related experience.
Five years of management job-related experience required.
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Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Chef to plan and execute menus
Supervise and coordinate the work of the kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
Oversee food preparations, cooking, and presentation to meet established standards.
Ensure proper staffing levels for maximum productivity and highest standards of quality while controlling food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
Train and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring they adhere to recipes and cooking techniques.
Delegate tasks and responsibilities to kitchen personnel.
Lead, manage, and hold Team Members accountable to the standards of employment and job performance set by the core values of 6PM Hospitality Partners. Discipline Team Members as needed, according to 6PM Hospitality Partners policies
Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation
Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Monitor and control food costs, minimizing waste and optimizing kitchen resources
Establish and maintain a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.
Collaborate with the Chef on menu planning and development
Contribute creative ideas for new dishes, taking into account seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
Assist in managing kitchen inventory and ordering supplies
Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste
Maintain security of the kitchen and its equipment and establish controls to minimize food and supply waste
Ensure that the kitchen operates in accordance with company policies, procedures, and standards.
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
Assist in implement safety procedures according to OSHA and 6PM Hospitality Partners standards
Inspect shift ending clean up on a daily basis and hold team members accountable
Operate food production equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
Address and resolve kitchen-related issues promptly
Adapt to changing circumstances and make real-tie decisions to maintain kitchen efficiency
Report to work in uniform, presented neat and clean
Greet all guests in a friendly, positive manner. Ask questions of guests and make personal connections to make them feel they are welcome and valued
Anticipate and meet the needs and expectations of our guests, then go one step further
Interview, hire and evaluate performance of all BOH staff according to 6PM Hospitality Partner’s guidelines at the discretion of the Chef.
Attend scheduled department meetings
Assist other departments as needed
Maintain open lines of communication between all departments within the hotel
Ensure BOH kitchen shifts are always covered, including weekends, holidays, call-ins, vacations, etc. making it fair for all Team Members and ensuring all job duties are covered
Follow all 6PM Hospitality Partners, LLC processes
Exhibit regular and recurrent attendance records
Other duties as requested by management