Sous Chef
About The Position
Bourbon Steak is Chef Michael Mina’s love letter to the classic American steakhouse. Timeless steakhouse dishes are elevated by Chef Mina’s refined technique and infused with his arsenal of world flavors and creative flair. The restaurant accomplishes all the traditions expected from a steakhouse, offering the finest cuts of premium beef and seafood complimented by a cutting-edge wine and spirits program, and using local farmers and purveyors to highlight the regions finest ingredients. The award-winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for a Sous Chef to join the Bourbon Steak Team! Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point adjacent to Laguna Beach, this town played an iconic role in the emergence of California's surf culture and today is celebrated for its laid-back vibe and fun, active lifestyle. The resort is perched on 175 acres atop a 150-foot seaside bluff with over 400 rooms, 115,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and 8 food and Beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, a beach club, lounge, marketplace, and in-room dining. At Waldorf Astoria, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests, meaningful opportunities for our Team Members, and a positive impact in our community.
Requirements
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
Responsibilities
- Supervise and support daily kitchen production, including hot line, banquets, and specialty menu items.
- Assist the Executive Chef in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal innovation across all outlets.
- Possess a working knowledge of pastry to assist with dessert service and support the pastry team when needed.
- Ensure all dishes are prepared according to designated recipes, quality expectations, and presentation standards.
- Oversee and train junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and leadership to maintain high productivity and morale.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Manage inventory and requisitions for ingredients and supplies, ensuring proper cost control and stock levels.
- Inspect all food products prior to service to guarantee quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborate with culinary and service teams to ensure seamless coordination for à la carte service, banquets, and special events.
- Uphold Waldorf Astoria’s luxury service standards while fostering an environment of creativity and excellence.
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
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
