Executive Sous Chef

Goodyear, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Paid holidays

Job Description

Highgate Hotels is a prominent real estate investment and hospitality management firm managing assets worth over $15 billion globally. With a portfolio exceeding 400 hotels in North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America, Highgate stands out as a significant player in the hospitality industry. Over its impressive 30-year history, the company has cultivated a reputation for innovation and excellence, partnering with top ownership groups and major hotel brands worldwide. Its diverse array of bespoke lifestyle and legacy brands, alongside independent hotels and resorts, reflects a commitment to contemporary programming and digital innovation. Highgate's sophisticated use of industry-leading revenue management tools allows it to anticipate market trends and maximize asset value effectively.

The role of Sous Chef at Highgate's Kimpton Miralina Resort in Arizona offers an authentic local experience set amidst 40 lush acres featuring elegant Spanish Mission-inspired architecture and stunning desert mountain views. This position is instrumental in ensuring the highest quality and consistency in food preparation, presentation, and taste. The Sous Chef is deeply involved in training kitchen staff, enforcing corporate quality standards, controlling food and labor costs, and supporting menu creation. This role demands a leadership presence in all kitchen operations—from hot food preparation and bakery to pantry oversight—while maintaining compliance with all health and safety regulations. The Sous Chef directly impacts guest satisfaction by ensuring exemplary food quality and timely service, managing staff performance, and addressing guest concerns promptly. This position requires strong communication skills, multitasking capabilities, and a warm, service-oriented demeanor to thrive in a dynamic hospitality environment that demands flexibility and excellence. Overall, the Sous Chef role at Highgate offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a leading hospitality company that values innovation, quality, and guest experience.

Job Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
at least 4 years of progressive experience in culinary or relevant hospitality roles, or culinary graduate with 2 years experience
thorough knowledge of food and beverage preparation techniques
understanding of sanitation and health regulations
ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds
strong communication skills both verbal and written
capacity to multitask and prioritize
flexibility to work long and irregular hours
ability to maintain professional appearance and grooming standards
problem-solving and confidentiality skills
must attend hotel-required trainings and meetings
physical stamina for medium work
must be service-oriented, courteous and friendly in demeanor

Job Qualifications

At least 4 years of related progressive experience
or a culinary graduate with at least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
knowledge of F&B preparation techniques
knowledge of health department rules and regulations
knowledge of liquor laws and regulations
ability to maintain a warm and friendly demeanor
effective verbal and written communication skills with employees and guests
ability to listen, understand and clarify concerns
multitasking and prioritization skills
ability to operate in an attentive, courteous and service-oriented manner
willingness to work long hours
ability to perform medium work involving lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently or constantly
experience attending required meetings and trainings
knowledge and compliance with Highgate standards and regulations
effective problem handling skills
ability to maintain confidentiality
capability to understand and evaluate complex information
readiness to perform other duties as assigned

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
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
ensure preparation of required reports including wage progress, payroll, revenue, employee schedules, quarterly action plans
oversee all aspects of daily operation of kitchen and food production areas including hot food from main kitchen and bakery, and cold food from pantry
make cooks aware of daily forecasts and customer counts to prepare adequately
respond to guest complaints promptly
ensure compliance with SOP’s in all outlets
ensure compliance with requisition procedures
conduct staff performance reviews per Highgate standards
implement and monitor corporate promotions in outlets
enforce local health department sanitation laws
compute daily food cost
collaborate with Director of F&B to create and implement menus
assess food portion size, appearance, taste, and temperature
check stations for food storage and sanitation at end of shift
check food purchases for ordering, quality, and price structure
oversee daily food preparation, sanitation, inventory receiving, log-on report and food cost report
prepare daily food production sheets
cut meat, poultry, seafood according to daily business needs