Sous Chef
About The Position
The Sous Chef assists with the daily operation of the kitchen, including recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising cooks. The role supports cost control and revenue enhancement while maintaining service quality, manages food ordering and inventory systems, and ensures timely production and plating. The Sous Chef works with the head Chef on menu development, culinary innovation, and presentation, and helps maintain food and labor costs through recipe costing and scheduling. The position also ensures compliance with safety and sanitation policies and contributes to exceptional guest experiences.
Requirements
- At least one year of culinary supervisory or management experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability and willingness to learn, adapt to, and master new operating systems.
- Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to stand and remain mobile for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods.
- Ability to push and pull food-serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi-regular basis.
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures, including freezers at -10°F and kitchens at +110°F.
Nice To Haves
- Luxury hotel experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily kitchen operations, including recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising cooks.
- Implement cost-control measures and revenue-enhancement strategies while maintaining service quality.
- Prepare and order items for menus, create order sheets, and maintain inventory systems to ensure proper stock levels.
- Execute food production and plating in a timely manner.
- Assist in maintaining food and labor costs through recipe costing and scheduling standards.
- Oversee menu development with the head Chef, culinary innovation, and food presentation to ensure offerings are creative, on-trend, and aligned with guest preferences.
- Ensure the department follows safety and sanitation policies.
- Meet guest expectations and create memorable guest experiences.
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.
Benefits
- Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
- Healthcare benefits
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, full vesting, and a loan option
- Banking and Investing Program with preferred rewards, mortgage discounts, and waived fees
- Fertility and family-forming assistance
- Parental leave pay differential
- Pet insurance
- Hotel discounts
- Free meals
- Fitness and wellness discounts
- LinkedIn Learning membership
- Hearts of Montage/Hearts of Pendry community engagement
- Associate events throughout the year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
