Sous Chef

Embassy Suites • San Luis Obispo, CA

32d • Onsite

About The Position

Windsor Hospitality is looking for a Full-Time Sous Chef to help run the kitchen at our Embassy Suites by Hilton in San Luis Obispo — steps from downtown SLO, local wineries, and the Central Coast's best hiking and beaches. If you love leading a team, developing menus, and turning out great food shift after shift, we want to meet you.

Requirements

• Culinary management experience and thrive leading a team in a fast-paced kitchen
• Can multitask and keep composure during a busy service
• Know your way around hand tools and kitchen equipment
• Comfortable estimating costs, forecasting business levels, and managing budgets
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to cultivate a positive and cohesive departmental culture.
• Manage kitchen staff and ensure quality preparation of every menu item, in line with food safety standards
• Estimate food consumption, order and receive foodstuffs, and manage food and labor costs
• Develop menus and recipes across all outlets
• Oversee breakfast and dinner service to standard
• Oversee banquet production, execution and food quality to standard
• Train, counsel, and motivate the kitchen team
• Maintain schedules and payroll records as needed
• Ensure the team stays current on food handler certifications and health code compliance
• Keep the kitchen, storage areas, and property clean and sanitary

Benefits

• The Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program gets you into Hilton properties worldwide starting at just $40/night — plus discounted rates for family and friends.
• Matching 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for eligible employees
• Free Meals On Shift
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Recognition & Rewards Programs
• Exclusive family & friends hotel discount rates

What This Job Offers

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