Sous Chef - Capital Hotel, Little Rock, AR

Concord Hospitality Enterprises•Little Rock, AR

10d•$49,305 - $55,468

About The Position

Concord Hospitality is seeking a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional culinary experiences. The role focuses on maintaining high food quality, training and mentoring staff, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations while upholding Concord’s standards and values. As a Concord Leader, the Sous Chef inspires the team, supports team members in reaching their potential, fosters a workplace that is a Great Place to Work for All, leads with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism, and cares for the team and their families.

Requirements

Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation, plating, and kitchen operations.
Proven ability to train, motivate, and manage a team.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Professionalism, integrity, and pride in delivering high-quality culinary experiences.

Nice To Haves

Previous kitchen leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Train and mentor kitchen associates on job duties, plate presentation, and culinary processes.
Develop schedules, direct staff, and maintain open communication between management and associates.
Provide associates with tools and equipment to perform their roles effectively.
Address and resolve kitchen issues proactively.
Participate in departmental meetings, inventory management, and MOD programs.
Ensure food meets quality standards and is prepared according to recipe and in a timely manner.
Support goal setting, standards, and objectives to enhance kitchen efficiency and profitability.
Supervise kitchen staff, utility associates, and sanitation associates as needed in the absence of the Executive Chef.
Maintain accurate records of recipes, production logs, and payroll submissions.