Sous Chef - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Jose
About The Position
The team is currently looking for an experienced Sous Chef! The ideal candidate will have the following: A minimum of 1 year experience as a sous chef in a restaurant or hotel environment, 5 years minimum professional cooking experience, Prior experience in banquet or large scale cooking/catering, Familiarity and interest in modern cooking styles and techniques, Strong communication skills, Open availability and the ability to work a varied schedule. Previous experience managing within union environment is a plus. Shift Pattern: Varies, must have open availability to work mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Pay Rate: The hourly wage for this role is $29.00 - $31.00 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
Requirements
- A minimum of 1 year experience as a sous chef in a restaurant or hotel environment
- 5 years minimum professional cooking experience
- Prior experience in banquet or large scale cooking/catering
- Familiarity and interest in modern cooking styles and techniques
- Strong communication skills
- Open availability and the ability to work a varied schedule
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience managing within union environment is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in the direction and oversight of all culinary operations, to include, but not limited to, preparation and production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulation, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability
- Create and implement menu selections for special banquet themes and events based on current food trends and regional tastes in partnership with the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage, as needed
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
- Assist in monitoring and developing team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, conducting counseling and assisting with evaluations, training, scheduling and assigning work and delivering recognition and reward
Benefits
- Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
- Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
- Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Parental leave to support new parents
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
