Sous Chef

Beachwood, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Exact $50,000.00

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

retirement plans

Paid Time Off

On-site wellness programs

Local discounts

Employee rates on hotel stays

bonus potential

full benefits

401k Match

Free uniform care

Job Description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a renowned global hospitality management company that puts people first, fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With operations spanning over 230 properties worldwide, it is dedicated to promoting diversity, employee growth, development, and wellbeing. Pyramid Global Hospitality stands out as an organization that not only delivers exceptional guest experiences but also prioritizes the welfare and professional advancement of its team members. The company provides comprehensive employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and special employee rates on hotel stays. This commitment to nurturing talent and enhancing workplace... Show More

Job Requirements

Certification of culinary training or apprenticeship required
Culinary degree preferred
Food Handling and Sanitation certificates required
Minimum three years experience and/or training in the Culinary Department in a management capacity preferred
Ability to work in all stations in kitchen
Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with guests, management, and employees to their understanding
Ability to work a ten-hour shift, five or six days per week in hot, noisy and crowded conditions
Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations
Knowledge of food cost controls
Computer proficient
Ability to provide legible communication
Ability to think clearly, analyze and resolve problems under pressure
Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
Ability to work effectively and relate well with senior management, colleagues, subordinates, and individuals inside and outside the hotel
Ability to ascertain guests/employees needs and comply with such to ensure satisfaction
Ability to focus on details
Ability to input and access information into property management system
Ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to motivate hotel staff and maintain a cohesive team
Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments, delegate work
Ability to remain calm, courteous, and professional with demanding/difficult guests and/or situations
Knowledge of fire and building codes
Understanding of the luxury hotel/culinary environment
Preferred: ability to communicate in a second language
Certification in CPR

Job Qualifications

Culinary degree preferred
Certification of culinary training or apprenticeship required
Food Handling and Sanitation certificates required
Minimum three years experience and/or training in the Culinary Department in a management capacity preferred
Three to five years progressive experience in a quality high-volume operation
Banquet and events experience
Ability to stand for up to 9 hours
Ability to coach and develop cooks on the evening team
Ability to report to work on time and hold others accountable
AA/EOE
Ability to work in all stations in kitchen
Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with guests, management, and employees to their understanding
Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations
Knowledge of food cost controls
Computer proficient
Ability to provide legible communication
Ability to think clearly, analyze and resolve problems under pressure
Ability to work effectively and relate well with senior management, colleagues, subordinates, and individuals inside and outside the hotel
Ability to ascertain guests/employees needs and comply with such to ensure satisfaction
Ability to focus on details
Ability to input and access information into property management system
Ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to motivate hotel staff and maintain a cohesive team
Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments, delegate work
Ability to remain calm, courteous, and professional with demanding/difficult guests and/or situations
Knowledge of fire and building codes
Understanding of the luxury hotel/culinary environment
Preferred: ability to communicate in a second language
certification in CPR

Job Duties

Supervise entire kitchen operation in absence of the Executive Chef
Train and supervise subordinate employees
Schedule production work for subordinate employees
Check staffing, uniforms, and daily production sheets
Review quality of product
Coordinate units of kitchen operation
Assist with controlling food costs and requisitioning necessary supplies
Ensure proper sanitation and maintenance of kitchen equipment and kitchen operation
Ensure that meals are prepared and delivered on time and in acceptable quantity and quality
Test, write, and standardize recipes
Establish and create written standards for execution
Assist with developing new menu items to allow the hotel to compete with other banquet operations in the area
Assist Catering department with developing special menus for functions
meet with clients as requested
Meet with the Executive Chef to review equipment needs, plate up assistance, cleaning schedule/project status, health/safety and sanitation follow up
Review the daily activities
check the following: house count, forecasted covers for each outlet, catering activity, purchases, meetings, appointments, and VIP/special guests
Practice emergency procedures in compliance with hotel/company standards
react and assist in hotel emergency situations as needed
Inspect the cleanliness of the line, floor, and all kitchen stations
Direct staff to rectify any deficiencies
Ensure that staff maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements
Instruct staff in the correct usage and care of all machinery in the kitchen operation, stressing safety
Complete work orders for maintenance repairs and submit to Engineering
Contact Engineering directly for urgent repairs
Ensure that each kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies and equipment to meet the business demand
Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted
Assist with monthly culinary inventories
Monitor monthly status of all accrual categories, i.e., linen, table ware, food supplies, etc.
Assist with the recruiting, hiring, evaluation, training and discipline of all hourly employees to ensure consistency in administering direction
follow up with corrections where needed
Tour kitchen facilities daily
monitor staff performance in all phases of service and job functions, ensuring that all procedures are carried out to divisional standards
rectify any deficiencies with respective personnel
Handle disciplinary problems and counsel employees
Inspect the grooming and attire of staff
rectify any deficiencies
Ensure that all staff attend required training in hazardous communication, safety, and sanitation as established by local and government regulations
Monitor staff to ensure that they are following established safety and infection control policies and procedures including body mechanics and ergonomics
Foster and promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and employee morale
Thoroughly train culinary staff (preparation and cooking of all dishes) and service staff (plating)
Assist staff with their job functions to ensure optimum service to guests
Monitor the staff's interaction with guests, ensuring prompt and courteous service
resolve discrepancies with respective personnel
Promote positive guest relations at all times
Observe guest reactions and confer frequently with staff to ensure guest satisfaction, monitor and handle guest complaints
Assist in preparing for and working at any hotel function
Document pertinent information in department's logbook
Maintain complete knowledge of all hotel features/services and hours of operation
Support Leading Quality Standards
strive to continuously improve
Be an ambassador of the hotel and the company at all times, in and out of the work place
Ensure security and confidentiality of all guest and hotel information

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