Evolution Hospitality

Citizen Hotel Autograph Collection - Executive Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
vision coverage
short-term disability
long-term disability
term life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan
Daily Pay Option

Job Description

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection, located in Sacramento, is a distinguished 4-star hotel renowned for its sophisticated blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Featuring amenities that include a fitness center, an on-site bar, and a highly regarded restaurant, the hotel offers guests an exceptional hospitality experience. Conveniently situated near the California State Railroad Museum and the Crocker Art Museum, the hotel attracts both leisure and business travelers looking for a unique and memorable stay in the heart of the city. With a focus on personalized service, The Citizen Hotel ensures all guests receive attention to detail and comfort with... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • Completion of a 2-year college degree or higher or equivalent culinary degree
  • Proficiency in Windows operating systems and company approved software applications
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience in culinary operations
  • Flexibility to work varied schedules including overtime
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong decision making and problem solving abilities
  • Capability to work effectively in high stress environments
  • Skills in listening and clarifying workplace and guest issues
  • Working knowledge of financial data and basic math functions
  • Ability to remain composed and objective under pressure

Job Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field, a 2-year college degree, and 3 or more years of related experience or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 to 2 years of related experience or a Culinary Degree with 1 to 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • Must be proficient in Windows Operating Systems, company approved spreadsheets and word processing
  • Supervisory experience required
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
  • Must work well in stressful high pressure situations
  • Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems
  • Must be effective at listening to understanding and clarifying issues raised by co-workers and guests
  • Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions
  • Must maintain composure and objectivity while under pressure

Job Duties

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly service oriented manner
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming including wearing proper uniform and name tag per brand standards
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards
  • Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations for safe and efficient hotel operations
  • Comply with certification requirements such as Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid
  • Fulfill all supervisory duties of the hotel kitchens
  • Ensure all kitchen personnel fulfill job functions appropriately
  • Create menus and food presentation
  • Address and resolve all customer problems efficiently
  • Perform spot checks for menu accuracy and taste
  • Minimize spoilage waste and over production
  • Regularly review house counts, forecasts and VIP lists
  • Monitor all Banquet and Catering activity
  • Maintain all kitchen inventories
  • Prepare annual reviews of employees
  • Assist in achievement of departmental objectives and goals
  • Expedite peak meal periods maintaining a hands on approach
  • Work within monthly set food cost budget adjusting food requisitions and controlling waste
  • Monitor food outlets, buffets, stations and food displays for creativity quality cleanliness and food safety
  • Assure timely set up schedule well trained cooks in all areas in proper uniform
  • Perform other activities as assigned
  • Be familiar with all Aimbridge Hospitality policies and house rules as well as hospitality terminology
  • Employees must be attentive friendly helpful and courteous to all guests managers and other employees
  • Ensure plating standards and use records are posted according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards
  • Review food sales for accuracy daily
  • Plan employee menus and oversee Employee Break room
  • Oversee all outlets and banquet food display merchandising including prop use and buffet decoration
  • Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases vouchering schedules forecasts reports and tracking logs
  • Maintain required pars of all stock
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location