Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
flexible schedules

Job Description

The Biltmore Hotel is a prestigious luxury hotel known for its exceptional service and exquisite culinary offerings. Located in the vibrant city of Miami, it provides guests with a memorable experience through its fine dining establishments and upscale amenities. The hotel boasts a variety of restaurants and culinary outlets, including Palme D'Or, Fontana, Cascade, 19th Hole, Room Service, Banquets, and the Biltmore Culinary Academy. This diversity allows the property to cater to a wide range of palates and special occasions, making it a culinary destination in the region. The Biltmore Hotel operates with a commitment to excellence, guided by strong principles involving its vision, mission, service standards, and values, constantly striving to exceed guest expectations.

The Executive Sous Chef position at the Biltmore Hotel is a crucial leadership role responsible for overseeing the overall culinary operations within multiple food and beverage outlets. This includes a hands-on involvement in diverse dining venues and catering functions that operate under the hotel's brand. The Executive Sous Chef plays an integral part in maintaining food quality, ensuring culinary consistency, and driving productivity among the kitchen staff. This role requires expert management of food costs, labor budgets, and inventory control, as well as the ability to work closely with multiple chefs and cost control personnel to ensure operational efficiency.

In addition to managing day-to-day kitchen operations, the Executive Sous Chef is responsible for fostering a positive and safe working environment, emphasizing kitchen safety and food sanitation standards in alignment with state health department regulations. The role also involves hiring, training, and developing culinary staff, including chef de cuisines and sous chefs across the hotel’s outlets. Collaboration is key to this position, as it requires working alongside banquet chefs and culinary teams to create innovative recipes, revise seasonal menus, and maintain recipe standards.

The ideal candidate must exhibit excellent communication skills and be able to handle stressful situations calmly while delegating tasks efficiently. This position demands a flexible schedule, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance competing priorities while promoting teamwork and professional growth within the kitchen. The Executive Sous Chef must also uphold the confidentiality and integrity of the organization while representing the Biltmore’s high standards of service.

Overall, this role offers an exceptional career opportunity for experienced culinary professionals who are passionate about leadership, creativity, and operational excellence within a luxury hotel environment. By joining the Biltmore Hotel, the Executive Sous Chef will contribute to delivering unparalleled dining experiences that uphold the hotel’s reputation for culinary distinction.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma
  • Minimum four years’ experience as an executive sous chef in a multi-functional hotel operation
  • Minimum six years of management experience with progression
  • Working knowledge of many classical cuisines specific to restaurants and banquet operations
  • Proven track record of growth, advancement, and profitability
  • Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English
  • Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations
  • Ability to provide legible communication and directions
  • Detail-oriented with speed and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize and organize
  • Excellent knowledge of the Miami area and the beaches
  • Ability to remain calm and resolve problems using sound judgment
  • Ability to follow directions thoroughly
  • Understanding of guest service needs
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Maintenance of confidentiality
  • Basic computer skills with moderate to advanced proficiency
  • Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
  • Skilled multitasking
  • Knowledge of timekeeping systems, word processing, spreadsheets, internet navigation, and email
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business materials and government regulations
  • Ability to write reports and procedures
  • Experience in menu development within budget
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull objects up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods
  • Ability to reach overhead and below knees
  • Ability to use office equipment with finger dexterity
  • Effective verbal communication skills
  • Visual acuity for computer work
  • Adaptability to moderate temperatures in the hotel environment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma
  • Minimum four years’ experience as an executive sous chef in a multi-functional hotel operation
  • Minimum six years of management experience with progression
  • Working knowledge of many classical cuisines
  • Proven track record of growth, advancement, and profitability
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Skilled in menu development within budgeted food cost guidelines
  • Experience reading and critiquing profit and loss statements
  • Ability to write reports and procedures
  • Ability to present information effectively to various audiences

Job Duties

  • Oversees accurate execution of meal periods - quality and consistency
  • Hiring of all the culinary staff in each of the restaurants/outlets
  • Monitoring of productivity in the restaurants/outlets
  • Monitoring food and labor cost
  • Ensuring overall food quality
  • Aiding in the creation of recipes and dishes with the banquet chef and chef de cuisines
  • Assisting with the upkeep of recipes used
  • Monitoring monthly food inventories and usage with the cost controller
  • Maintaining overall upkeep and cleanliness of the kitchens throughout the property
  • Following up on the cleanliness of walk-ins, reach-ins, and freezers
  • Managing rotation of food and food products to maximize company profitability
  • Encouraging seasonal menu redo and adjustments throughout the year to maintain quality and cost
  • Working closely with chefs and F&B cost controller on banquet and restaurant menus
  • Setting a positive, healthy work environment and leading by example in safety and sanitation
  • Tracking, documenting, and ensuring all kitchen staff have appropriate certifications and training
  • Communicating effectively with staff and management
  • Embracing and promoting all facets of the Biltmore guided principles
  • Exhibiting job and product knowledge to support and promote all departments
  • Balancing customer, business, employee, and personal needs
  • Working flexible schedules and managing competing deadlines
  • Demonstrating cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors
  • Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Demonstrating knowledge of plating and presentations

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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