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Kimpton Hotels

Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,300.00 - $65,200.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

Kimpton is a boutique hotel company founded in San Francisco in 1981 by Bill Kimpton. The company was created as a response against impersonal and generic hospitality experiences, with a mission to foster heartfelt and human connections among guests, coworkers, and communities. Kimpton's culture emphasizes individuality, creativity, and self-leadership, encouraging an environment where employees can be authentic and bring their unique talents to work. The company is known for its vibrant, rebellious spirit, which permeates the work environment and guest experience alike. Kimpton boutique hotels are recognized for providing exceptional food and service quality within attractive and welcoming environments. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 2 years of relative experience in a kitchen of similar size
  • Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Food Handler Certification
  • Alcohol Awareness Certification if applicable
  • Ability to work efficiently in a team environment
  • Knowledge of OSHA and Department of Labor regulations related to kitchen employees

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years experience in a kitchen of similar size
  • Ability to work flexibly including evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Food Handler Certification
  • Alcohol Awareness Certification if applicable
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Knowledge of cooking techniques and seasonal ingredients
  • Commitment to maintaining health and safety standards
  • Ability to multitask and handle multiple responsibilities

Job Duties

  • Provide banquet guests excellent food quality, consistency, reasonable prices, in an attractive environment and with professional service
  • Manage the culinary functions to meet food quality goals
  • Create and maintain a sound working relationship with all banquet culinary team
  • Be familiar with health requirements, OSHA regulations and Department of Labor regulations as they pertain to all kitchen and restaurant employees
  • Prevent the spoiling and contamination of foods by enforcing proper sanitation practices and ensuring compliance with policy and health regulations
  • Know and comply consistently with standard portion size, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
  • Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure a smooth service period
  • Provide excellent quality and presentation of all food to the guests
  • Maintain a high level of cleanliness in kitchen facilities including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
  • Attend weekly BEO and Resume meetings
  • Work closely with the Catering and Banquets teams to ensure smooth execution of functions from start to finish

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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