Banquet Sous Chef

Marriott Austin Downtown is a premier hospitality establishment located in the heart of Austin, Texas. As part of the Marriott brand, this hotel offers guests a blend of sophisticated accommodations, exceptional dining experiences, and outstanding service. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to quality, Marriott Austin Downtown caters to both business travelers and tourists seeking comfort and luxury during their stay. The hotel prides itself on creating memorable guest experiences by integrating local culture, exquisite cuisine, and attentive hospitality. Owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Marriott Austin Downtown maintains high standards aligned with Marriott International but operates its own employment policies and practices.

The role of Chef at Marriott Austin Downtown is a vital position within the culinary team, responsible for maintaining excellence in food preparation and kitchen operations. This position acts as the immediate support to the Executive Sous Chef and assumes full responsibility over a culinary outlet or discipline in their absence. The Chef is thoroughly trained in all aspects of food and beverage daily operations, ensuring that the highest standards of quality, safety, and service are met consistently. This role entails directing kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, and managing all food-related concerns for designated areas within the hotel.

The Chef supports the development and representation of all food, beverage, and service elements within the department. They foster a culture of continuous learning and training focused on high-quality, fresh ingredients, seasonal techniques, and proper preparations tailored to each outlet or event. Balancing quality with profitability is central to this role, as the Chef assists with menu creation, recipe development, and inventory management. Managing daily kitchen operations includes organizing food prep, enforcing health and safety standards, and ensuring compliance with local health department regulations, corporate HACCP protocols, and federal guidelines.

In addition to culinary responsibilities, the Chef plays a critical role in administrative and financial aspects of the kitchen. This includes handling accounting procedures such as invoice processing, payroll, monthly inventories, and profit and loss critiques. The Chef works closely with sales departments and front-of-house teams to support marketing and sales programs, ensuring all culinary offerings reflect the brand’s commitment to excellence.

The role emphasizes mentorship, fostering cooperation and respect among coworkers and supporting associates' career development and advancement. The Chef monitors guest feedback to influence positive rankings and ensures daily compliance with proprietary standard operating procedures. Competencies required for this role include analytical skills, leadership, creativity, adaptability, customer focus, coaching, energy, recruitment acumen, and team building.

This position requires proficiency in basic computer skills such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and specialized software like TM1. Knowledge of all cooking, preparation, stewarding, and maintenance equipment is essential, as is a foundational understanding of human resources, sales processes, and techniques. Candidates typically hold an Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Business Administration and should be prepared for a working environment that combines 35% cerebral and 65% physical tasks.

Working at Marriott Austin Downtown provides an opportunity to be part of a dynamic culinary team within a leading hospitality brand, serving guests with top-tier cuisine in a bustling urban setting. This job offers the chance to develop professionally in a supportive environment that values quality, innovation, and teamwork. Aspiring chefs seeking to enhance their skills and leadership capabilities in a reputable hotel will find this role rewarding and challenging.