Executive Sous Chef

Honolulu, HI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Highgate Hotels is a renowned real estate investment and hospitality management company that holds a dominant position across major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, and Honolulu. The company is also expanding its footprint in the Caribbean and Latin America. Recognized as an innovator in the hospitality industry, Highgate is committed to providing expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development to recapitalization or disposition. The company manages a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, all featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. Leveraging... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience as a sous chef or similar role in a hotel or large-scale food service operation
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
Ability to manage food and labor costs
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Physical stamina to stand for long periods and perform kitchen duties
Familiarity with culinary techniques and menu planning

Job Qualifications

Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times
Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of employees and guests
Ability to listen, understand and clarify concerns
Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
Attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented approach
Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings
Maintain regular attendance according to scheduling needs
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming including wearing nametags
Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations for safe and efficient hotel operations
Maximize productivity and assist in solving problems
Effective problem handling skills including anticipating and resolving issues
Ability to understand and evaluate complex information
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Willingness to perform other duties as requested by management

Job Duties

Work with other F&B managers and keep them informed of F&B issues as they arise
Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention
Conduct daily periodic walk thru buffet line, cook line, refrigerators, walk in refers, freezers and dry storeroom
Coordinate and monitor all phases of loss prevention in kitchen areas
Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner
Monitor quality of all food product and presentation
Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of the kitchen and food production areas
Make cooks aware of daily forecasts and customer counts so that they can be adequately prepared to serve both hot and cold food on time
Respond to guest complaints in a timely manner
Ensure compliance with SOP's in all outlets
Ensure compliance with requisition procedures
Attend all meetings as required
Understand, implement and monitor corporate promotions in outlets, including buffet and three-meal concept standards
Know and enforce all local health department sanitation laws
Work with the Director of F&B to create and implement menus
Design and employee cafeteria rotating menu and oversee cafeteria operations
Assess food portion size, visual appeal, taste and temperature of items served
Check all stations at the end of every shift for proper food storage and sanitation
Check food purchases for proper ordering, quality and price structure
Oversee daily activities such as preparation for all food items, sanitation of the outlets, receiving daily inventories, log-on report and food cost report
Prepare daily food production sheets
Cut meat, poultry, seafood according to daily business

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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