Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $54,700.00 - $73,800.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account with Company Match
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid Vacation and Sick Days
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Various Employee Perks and Discounts
Hospital Indemnity insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Job Description
Sonesta Hotels is a prominent hospitality company known for delivering exceptional service and memorable guest experiences across its portfolio of hotels and resorts. With a strong commitment to quality, value, and outstanding hospitality, Sonesta Hotels has built a reputation that attracts both leisure and business travelers. The company emphasizes a team-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to exceed expectations and bring innovative ideas to the table. Sonesta is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees and guests alike. They offer competitive compensation packages and comprehensive benefits to support the well-being and professional growth of their staff.Show More
The role of the Sous Chef at Sonesta Hotels is a vital position within the Food & Beverage department, responsible for maintaining high standards in the preparation and presentation of all meals served to guests. The Sous Chef oversees kitchen operations, ensuring that every dish meets rigorous quality criteria for taste, consistency, visual appeal, and portion control, while also managing food costs effectively. This position demands a culinary leader who can train and mentor culinary staff, uphold corporate quality standards, and implement food safety and sanitation procedures in compliance with local health regulations.
Working closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, the Sous Chef assists in menu development, daily kitchen management, and coordination among various kitchen stations including the main kitchen, bakery, and pantry. The role includes critical responsibilities such as monitoring inventory and food purchasing to ensure proper ordering and cost efficiency, preparing reports related to wages, payroll, revenue, and food production, and responding promptly to guest feedback and complaints. Effective collaboration with fellow Food & Beverage managers is also essential to ensure seamless service delivery and address operational challenges as they arise.
This position operates primarily in a service environment that includes both kitchen and administrative duties. Physical demands include occasional lifting of heavy objects and tolerating extreme temperatures commonly found in kitchen and storage areas. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality setting.
The hourly pay range for the Sous Chef position at Sonesta Hotels is approximately $36.06 to $38.46, depending on experience and qualifications. Sonesta supports its employees with a variety of benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with company matching, paid vacation and sick days, educational assistance, and numerous other perks designed to promote health and financial security.
Sonesta Hotels is committed to fostering a culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to do their best work. By emphasizing principles such as "Doing the Right Thing" and "Going Beyond," the company inspires its staff to create exceptional hospitality experiences that wow guests, partners, and communities alike. The Sous Chef role is a key element in achieving these goals through culinary excellence, strong leadership, and collaborative teamwork within the Sonesta family.Show Less
Working closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, the Sous Chef assists in menu development, daily kitchen management, and coordination among various kitchen stations including the main kitchen, bakery, and pantry. The role includes critical responsibilities such as monitoring inventory and food purchasing to ensure proper ordering and cost efficiency, preparing reports related to wages, payroll, revenue, and food production, and responding promptly to guest feedback and complaints. Effective collaboration with fellow Food & Beverage managers is also essential to ensure seamless service delivery and address operational challenges as they arise.
This position operates primarily in a service environment that includes both kitchen and administrative duties. Physical demands include occasional lifting of heavy objects and tolerating extreme temperatures commonly found in kitchen and storage areas. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality setting.
The hourly pay range for the Sous Chef position at Sonesta Hotels is approximately $36.06 to $38.46, depending on experience and qualifications. Sonesta supports its employees with a variety of benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with company matching, paid vacation and sick days, educational assistance, and numerous other perks designed to promote health and financial security.
Sonesta Hotels is committed to fostering a culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to do their best work. By emphasizing principles such as "Doing the Right Thing" and "Going Beyond," the company inspires its staff to create exceptional hospitality experiences that wow guests, partners, and communities alike. The Sous Chef role is a key element in achieving these goals through culinary excellence, strong leadership, and collaborative teamwork within the Sonesta family.Show Less
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum 2 years of culinary experience preferred
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- physical stamina to work in extreme temperatures
- strong problem-solving skills
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- willingness to maintain confidentiality
- must adhere to company policies and procedures
- ability to work well within a team environment
- readiness to participate in ongoing training and development programs
Job Qualifications
- At least 4 years of progressive culinary experience
- or a culinary graduate with at least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field
- must have knowledge of Food & Beverage preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, and liquor laws and regulations
- capable of working long hours
- able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
- maintain a warm and friendly demeanor
- able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns from employees and guests
- able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions
- approach all encounters in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner
- willingness to attend all required meetings and training sessions
- ability to participate in Manager on Duty coverage as required
- maintain regular attendance as per Sonesta's policies
- maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming
- comply with company policies to encourage safe and efficient operations
- proactive in identifying and implementing solutions
- effective in problem handling
- able to understand and evaluate complex information
- maintain confidentiality of information
- perform other duties as requested by management
Job Duties
- Collaborate with other Food & Beverage managers, keeping them informed of issues as they arise
- keep the immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring their attention
- coordinate and monitor all phases of loss prevention in kitchen areas
- prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner
- monitor the quality of all food products and their presentation
- ensure preparation of necessary reports, including wage progress, payroll, revenue, employee schedules, and quarterly action plans
- oversee all aspects of daily kitchen operations and food production areas, including hot food from the main kitchen and bakery, and cold food from the pantry
- inform cooks of daily forecasts and customer counts for timely preparation and service of both hot and cold food
- respond to guest complaints promptly
- ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures in all outlets
- ensure compliance with requisition procedures
- conduct staff performance reviews in accordance with Sonesta Hotel Policies and Standards
- understand, implement, and monitor corporate promotions in outlets, including buffet and three-meal concept standards
- know and enforce all local health department sanitation laws
- understand how to compute daily food costs
- work with the Director of Food & Beverage to create and implement menus
- assess food portion size, visual appeal, taste, and temperature of served items
- check all stations at the end of every shift for proper food storage and sanitation
- verify food purchases for correct ordering, quality, and price structure
- oversee daily activities such as preparing all food items, sanitizing outlets, receiving daily inventories, logging reports, and preparing food cost reports
- prepare daily food production sheets
- cut meat, poultry, and seafood according to daily business needs
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