Sous Chef, Coast Kitchen

AccorHotel

4d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Join our dynamic culinary team as Sous Chef - Coast Kitchen, where you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional dining experiences at our seaside venues—Brown’s Beach House, our signature oceanfront restaurant, and Hale Kai, our relaxed coastal eatery. Under the guidance of the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine, you’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, inspire a talented team, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, creativity, and guest satisfaction. Your experience in managing various aspects of a kitchen will be reflective in positive guest satisfaction & colleague engagement results. Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. Create an outstanding food and beverage experience at Fairmont Orchid, while positively affecting all pillars and Fairmont standards. As Sous Chef you will train, supervise and work with all cook and culinary staff in order to prepare and present exceptional cuisine according to hotel standard recipes in order to create quality food products. Why Join Us? Be part of a renowned luxury resort with breathtaking oceanfront settings. Collaborate with a talented team in a supportive, growth-focused environment. Competitive benefits, culinary excellence, and the chance to create unforgettable dining experiences

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Line Chef in an upscale or high-volume restaurant preferred
Passion for Hawai‘i’s flavors and sustainable, locally sourced ingredients..
Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills
Ability to focus attention on department needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Good communication and customer contact skills
Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
Ability to work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team
Detailed & service oriented with an eye for detail to be self-motivated and energetic.
Provide the necessary State and Federal Requirements to work in Food and Beverage (Tuberculosis Clearance)
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Additional certification(s) in Culinary will be an advantage (ServSafe Sanitation Certificate)

Responsibilities

Assist in leading and mentoring the culinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
Ensure seamless execution of menus, from fresh, locally inspired dishes at Hale Kai to the elevated cuisine of Brown’s Beach House.
Maintain impeccable standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency.
Collaborate with the chefs and colleagues on menu development, seasonal offerings, and culinary promotions.
Thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment, adapting to the unique demands of our oceanside venues.
Assign in detail, specific duties to all employees under his/her supervision and instructs them in their work
Work closely with the Executive Chef in determining quality and quantity of food materials used with a view of eliminating wastage
Discuss with the Executive Chef and recommends menu price adjustments
Check the taste, temperature and visual appeal of food items prepared to ensure that the quality and portion are consistent and as per specifications set out.
Ensure that all equipment and perishable items are stored in its designated place and is done in the most hygienic manner
Prevent the use of contaminated products in any phase of food preparation and prevent colleagues who are ill or suffering from an infection from taking part in the preparation or handling of food
Suggest new recipe/products which may improve quality of food or lower food cost
Facilitate communication with guests to ensure that any dietary restrictions, allergies or sensitivities are handled with care
Interview, select and recruit team members
Identify and develop team members with potential
Conduct performance reviews with the team
Develop, conduct and maintain records of all staff training programs for team members, focusing on their development needs, providing them with new skills to meet the changing needs of the business
Prepare weekly staff schedules keeping in mind anticipated business, operating budgets and standards of service
Practice strict control on food portioning and wastage, thereby ensuring gross food profitability
Motivate, supervise and discipline team members to ensure their capabilities and degree of professionalism meet the needs of guests and the organization
Participate in scheduled internal and external departmental meetings as required.
Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
Ensure that all safety, health, security and loss control policies and procedures and Government legislation are adhered to
Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards

Benefits

Premium preferred provider medical/drug/vision benefits at competitive prices.
We put you first & value you with employer paid coverage for group life and accidental insurance coverage (1x annual salary) + Coverage is available for your ‘ohana!
We believe that hospitality has the power to unlock a better tomorrow with our 401(k)/retirement saving plan & matching program.
Don’t just live in the moment – own your moment with 15 paid holiday/personal days per year + 10 days of paid vacation that begin accruing immediately
Incentive Bonuses are available to inspire creativity & dedication to deliver exceptional experiences.
We go the extra mile by offering 50% discounts at hotel restaurants, 50% discount on retail items at our Fairmont Store & 30% discount of services offered in our Spa Without Walls.
We are globetrotters taking advantage of our Travel Program with unlimited employee discounts at Accor properties + Friends & Family rates (5,000+ hotels worldwide)
Complimentary food & beverage on property

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