Executive Sous Chef

21c Museum Hotels is a pioneering hospitality company that brilliantly bridges the worlds of contemporary art and boutique accommodation. Established as a unique concept that combines a multi-venue contemporary art museum, a boutique hotel, and a chef-driven restaurant, 21c Museum Hotels offers guests an immersive cultural and culinary experience. This innovative company thrives on the principle of saying YES and actively engaging with the community by leading with art, setting it apart in the hospitality industry. The organization prides itself on creating unique, welcoming opportunities, making it a favored destination for guests seeking memorable stays enriched with art and excellent cuisine.

Joining 21c Museum Hotels means becoming a part of a creative and vibrant community that values high standards of hospitality and culinary excellence. The company fosters a culture of inclusivity, creativity, and continuous improvement, embodying a strong commitment to service quality and artistic inspiration. Employees here are encouraged to be passionate about their craft and contribute to the vision that makes 21c Museum Hotels a leader in its niche.

The Executive Sous Chef role at 21c Museum Hotels is a critical leadership position reporting directly to the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director. It serves as the backbone of the kitchen and is responsible for realizing the Executive Chef's vision for execution throughout the property. The Executive Sous Chef supervises the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction are consistently met or exceeded. This role demands an accomplished chef who is not only passionate and knowledgeable about food but also savvy and skillful in managing kitchen staff, operations, and costs.

Key responsibilities include developing the sous chef team and line employees professionally, overseeing kitchen efficiency including utility staff operations, motivating the team to maintain high morale, and controlling food and labor costs alongside the Executive Chef. The Executive Sous Chef also plays a vital role in selecting and developing recipes, standardizing production to maintain consistency, and continually evaluating menus to keep them fresh, exciting, and aligned with the restaurant's concept. The use of seasonal, market, or farm ingredients is emphasized to provide guests with dishes that represent the restaurant's creative vision.

This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and maintaining a positive, collaborative atmosphere in the kitchen. Responsibilities extend to creating weekly staff schedules, ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly operated and maintained, enforcing safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization. Additionally, the Executive Sous Chef serves as a communication hub, clearly directing teams and interacting with various departments to support business growth and guest satisfaction.

Working at 21c Museum Hotels means being part of a company that values teamwork, creativity, and excellence. The Executive Sous Chef will find opportunities to develop their leadership skills, impact culinary innovation, and contribute to an extraordinary guest experience in a dynamic, art-infused environment. This is a full-time position perfect for chefs with a strong culinary background and a passion for driving quality and creativity in a uniquely artistic hospitality setting.