Aimbridge Hospitality logo

Aimbridge Hospitality

Hilton Knoxville - Executive Sous Chef

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
clock

Work Schedule

Flexible
diamond

Benefits

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

Job Description

Aimbridge Hospitality is a leading operator of hotels and hospitality properties, known for delivering exceptional guest experiences through operational excellence and a commitment to quality service. They operate a diverse portfolio of hotels across various brands and locations, emphasizing strong leadership, innovative management practices, and fostering a supportive work environment for employees. With a focus on sustainability, guest satisfaction, and community involvement, Aimbridge Hospitality continues to be a premier choice for hotel management services in the industry.

The Executive Sous Chef position at Aimbridge Hospitality is a key leadership role within the culinary team, responsible for assisting the Exec... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • 2-year college degree or 4-year college degree or Culinary Degree
  • 1 to 3 years of related or progressive experience
  • Proficiency in Windows Operating Systems
  • Experience with company approved spreadsheets and word processing
  • Supervisory experience
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to evaluate and select among alternatives quickly
  • Ability to work well under high pressure
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strong listening and understanding skills
  • Basic financial and arithmetic skills
  • Ability to maintain composure 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 as necessary
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the 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, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel
  • Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations
  • Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include: Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid
  • Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times
  • Fulfill all supervisory duties of the hotel's kitchens
  • Ensure that all kitchen personnel fulfill their job functions appropriately
  • Create menus and food presentation
  • Address and resolve all customer problems in an efficient and effective manner
  • 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 the achievement of departmental objectives and goals
  • Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a 'hands on' approach
  • Works within monthly set food cost budget, adjust food requisitions and controls waste
  • Monitors food outlets, buffets, stations and food displays for creativity, quality, cleanliness and food safety
  • Assures timely set up, schedules well trained cooks in all areas in proper uniform
  • Performs other activities as assigned
  • Be familiar with all Aimbridge Hospitality policies and house rules as well as hospitality terminology
  • Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and all other employees
  • Ensure that 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

A simple hiring platform for hospitality businesses.

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

You may be also interested in: