Full Time Sous Chef - Marriott Colorado Springs

Pyramid Global Hospitality•Colorado Springs, CO

13d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a passionate, experienced, and people-first Sous Chef to join the culinary team at the Marriott Colorado Springs. This role is crucial in driving the kitchen forward, ensuring high-quality food production and service. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef, overseeing daily operations, leading and developing the kitchen team, and maintaining Marriott's culinary standards. This is a high-volume, full-service hotel kitchen environment with significant opportunities for impact and growth. The Sous Chef will be responsible for multiple food and beverage outlets, including menu item production, coordination with the Executive Chef on menu development and forecasting, kitchen staffing and scheduling, inventory oversight, and ensuring compliance with health and food safety regulations.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited culinary school or equivalent professional work experience is required.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive culinary experience, with supervisory or management experience required.
Previous experience in a high-volume culinary environment is required.
ServSafe Certified is required.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 8-10 hours per shift.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs as needed.
Comfortable with bending, reaching, and moving throughout a high-volume kitchen environment for the full duration of a shift.
Strong organizational and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Familiarity with monitoring food and labor costs and managing toward defined financial targets.
Familiarity with ordering procedures, inventory management, and health and sanitation guidelines.
The ability to exercise sound logic and judgment in evaluating situations and utilizing available resources effectively.
Self-directed and motivated.
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry-relevant payroll systems.
Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the operation.

Nice To Haves

A Culinary Arts degree is preferred.
Previous hospitality and full-service restaurant experience is strongly preferred.
A second language is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

Train, mentor, and lead kitchen associates and line cooks in proper preparation techniques, equipment operation, and safety standards.
Hold cooks accountable for product checks, cleanliness, technical cooking standards, and break management.
Monitor cooks actively during service, ensuring the line is never left unattended without a plan and proper communication.
Follow up with kitchen staff on assigned duties and document accountability concerns.
Coach and counsel kitchen staff when standards are not met or policies and procedures are not followed.
Foster a collaborative, positive, and efficient kitchen culture built on mutual respect and shared accountability.
Address and resolve interpersonal staff conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
Model the behavior and professionalism expected of every team member.
Assign daily prep tasks and station responsibilities to ensure a balanced workload and full kitchen readiness.
Write tasks and shift priorities on the board before departing.
Inspect the taste, temperature, visual presentation, and portion size of all dishes before they leave the kitchen.
Ensure all menu specifications are consistently met during every service and production period.
Inspect, select, and utilize the freshest and highest quality ingredients.
Manage expediting for restaurant and banquet services, making real-time adjustments.
Coordinate clear and consistent communication between the kitchen and front-of-house staff.
Monitor ingredient stock levels and place orders with vendors in a timely manner.
Ensure proper rotation and labeling of all food products.
Manage toward a 27% food cost target.
Oversee weekly and monthly inventories across all kitchen areas.
Track and communicate supply usage concerns, shortages, and waste reduction opportunities.
Ensure all kitchen appliances and tools are in excellent working condition.
Coordinate repairs when necessary and report equipment concerns.
Ensure the grill cooler, top of line, and all refrigeration units are clean, organized, and properly maintained.
Strictly enforce all food safety protocols and Colorado Springs health department regulations.
Maintain walk-in cooler and all kitchen refrigeration unit temperatures within required standards.
Complete and maintain temperature logs A-1, A-2, and A-3 accurately and consistently.
Monitor proper receiving, storage, and rotation of all food products.
Conduct regular inspections of all food preparation areas, storage rooms, coolers, and dish stations.
Ensure all kitchen areas are maintained at a hygienic standard at all times.
Verify closing duties are completed correctly by all cooks.
Ensure all food products are properly wrapped, covered, labeled, and stored.
Maintain clear and professional verbal and written communication with the Executive Chef, kitchen team, restaurant, and banquet services.
Notify the Executive Chef immediately when stepping away from the kitchen.
Implement a pass-down communication process between shifts.
Maintain cooler logs and required documentation consistently.
Coordinate with the Executive Chef to update menus as appropriate.
Schedule kitchen staff for proper coverage while keeping payroll costs in line.
Assist with planning coverage for callouts and occupancy spikes.
Demonstrate willingness to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Maintain knowledge of local competition and general industry trends.
Ensure that kitchen operations support a seamless and exceptional guest experience.
Assist the Executive Chef with special projects as assigned.
Assume all duties of the Executive Chef in their absence.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts on room rates and experiences across our award-winning hotel portfolio
Comprehensive health insurance plans including mental wellbeing support for you and your loved ones
Pet insurance for the four-legged members of your family
Competitive finance and retirement solutions
Performance-based incentives and bonuses
Generous paid time off
Exciting associate perks and discounts
Skill-enhancing job training from day one
Educational opportunities to support your long-term career growth
A genuine commitment to work-life balance
Real pathways for career advancement within our organization