Sous Chef

Crestview Management, LLC • Orlando, FL

51d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a new team member as Sous Chef at Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside. Our property, located by one of the busiest airports in the country, offers 485 guest rooms, approximately 30,000 square feet meeting space along with resort-like amenities such as an outdoor pool, pool bar and several food and beverage outlets including a full service restaurant, coffee shop and a concierge lounge reserved for our valued frequent travelers and VIP guests. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This role requires strong leadership skills, creativity, and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Creativity and passion for food and culinary arts.

Nice To Haves

• Formal culinary training or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Help develop and update daily feature menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and new culinary trends.
• Manage and take weekly/monthly inventory, order supplies daily, weekly, monthly, and control food costs to minimize waste.
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree