Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
meal discounts

Job Description

Highgate Hotels is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company with an impressive portfolio of over 400 hotels across North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With over 30 years of expertise in the hospitality industry, Highgate has established itself as a leader in hotel development, management, and innovative property solutions. Their $15 billion worth of assets under management reflects a robust presence in the market, driven by cutting-edge technology, expert management, and a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction. Highgate's portfolio includes bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent resorts that showcase a commitment to... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 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 stand for entire shifts
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 20 pounds frequently to lift, carry, push or pull objects

Job Qualifications

  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times
  • Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of employees and guests
  • Listen to, understand and clarify concerns from employees and guests
  • Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
  • Approach guests and employees with courtesy and service orientation
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and training
  • Participate in M.O.D. coverage
  • Maintain regular attendance
  • Uphold high standards of personal appearance and grooming
  • Comply with hotel standards and regulations
  • Maximize efforts toward productivity
  • Identify problem areas and implement solutions
  • Handle problems proactively
  • Understand and evaluate complex information
  • Maintain confidentiality of information
  • Perform other duties as requested by management

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 the daily operation of the kitchen and food production areas
  • Make cooks aware of daily forecasts and customer counts
  • Respond to guest complaints promptly
  • Ensure compliance with SOPs in all outlets
  • Ensure compliance with requisition procedures
  • Conduct staff performance reviews
  • Implement and monitor corporate promotions
  • Enforce health department sanitation laws
  • Compute daily food cost
  • Collaborate with Director of F&B on menus
  • Assess food portion size, visual appeal, taste and temperature
  • Check stations for proper food storage and sanitation
  • Check food purchases for proper ordering, quality and price
  • Oversee daily kitchen activities including preparation, sanitation, inventory, food cost reports
  • Prepare daily production sheets
  • Cut meat, poultry, seafood according to daily needs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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