Sous Chef

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $64,000.00 - $86,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

bonus eligible

Job Description

Marriott Marquis Houston, located at 1777 Walker St, Houston, Texas, is a premier destination for guests seeking luxury accommodations and exceptional hospitality experiences in the heart of Houston. As part of Marriott International, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, the hotel prides itself on delivering superior service and memorable stays to a diverse clientele. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, modern amenities, and commitment to excellence, Marriott Marquis Houston offers a dynamic workplace for professionals passionate about the hospitality industry. The hotel emphasizes a culture where employees are valued, empowered, and given opportunities to grow and thrive within a supportive... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Four years experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area
OR two-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major
Two years experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area
Ability to manage kitchen operations
Strong leadership and communication skills
Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards
Ability to work full time onsite
Excellent organizational skills
Proficiency with labor management and scheduling systems
Ability to mentor and develop staff
Strong customer service orientation

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and 4 years experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area
OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major and 2 years experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area
Proven leadership and supervisory skills
Strong culinary and food preparation knowledge
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to train and mentor team members
Knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards
Experience with scheduling and labor management systems
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Commitment to high standards of guest service
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

Job Duties

Manages kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all food and beverage policies, standards and procedures
Estimates daily production needs weekly and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily
Assists Executive Chef with all kitchen operations and preparation
Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
Develops, designs, or creates new culinary ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions
Assists in determining food presentation and creates decorative food displays
Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards
Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards
Performs all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary
Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Follows proper handling and correct temperature of all food products
Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions
Checks quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure standards are met
Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others
Advocates sound financial and business decision making
Demonstrates honesty and integrity
Leads by example
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors
Maintains productivity level of employees
Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters
Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team
Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently
Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions
Recognizes successful performance and produces desired results
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention
Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring quality, standards and meeting customer expectations
Sets a positive example for guest relations
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service
Interacts with guests to obtain feedback
Handles guest problems and complaints
Achieves and exceeds goals including performance, budget, and team goals
Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
Utilizes Labor Management System to schedule to business demands and track employee attendance
Trains employees in safety procedures
Identifies developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or helps improve knowledge or skills
Communicates and assists individuals to understand guest needs, provides guidance, feedback, and coaching
Participates in employee performance appraisals
Brings issues to attention of department manager and Human Resources
Provides information to supervisors, coworkers and subordinates by various communication methods
Analyzes information and evaluates results to solve problems
Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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