Sous Chef- Carpenter Hall

Carpenter Hotel, located in the vibrant South Austin area, stands as a unique blend of comfort and natural beauty. Opened in the fall of 2018, the hotel is nestled within an old pecan grove adjacent to the scenic Zilker Park, placing guests in prime proximity to Lady Bird Lake, downtown Austin, and other key attractions. With 93 rooms each featuring a private terrace, Carpenter Hotel delivers an intimate and refreshing experience to every visitor. The hotel boasts a range of amenities including a pool with a community deck, the Q Hut pavilion, and an all-day Coffee Bar. Guests can enjoy meals on the patio or within the restaurant, Carpenters Hall, known for its locally inspired cuisine and welcoming atmosphere.

The Carpenter Hotel is committed to providing a unique hospitality experience that combines exceptional guest service with a strong appreciation for the local environment and community. The establishment values its culture deeply, encouraging staff to embrace the company vision and core values in all their professional interactions and decisions.

The role of Sous Chef at Carpenter Hotel offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic culinary team dedicated to delivering outstanding dining experiences. The Sous Chef will play a critical role in managing kitchen operations, including directing, preparing, and executing all menu items with precision and creativity. This position involves planning and pricing menus, ordering supplies, monitoring inventory, and maintaining accurate records and accounts. Ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning of kitchen equipment and facilities is also paramount.

Beyond culinary expertise, the Sous Chef must exemplify excellent communication skills and conflict resolution abilities. Acting as a leader, this individual helps uphold the company’s culture, values, and reputation among staff, guests, vendors, and partners. The Sous Chef is expected to promote the company’s vision and core values actively through their daily responsibilities and interactions.

The position provides not only a meaningful career path within a respected hotel but also comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and professional growth of team members. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan with company match, free room nights, discounted room rates for friends and family, generous paid time off, wellbeing initiatives such as complimentary access to Headspace, and discounts at notable retailers including Apple, AT&T, and Verizon.

The Sous Chef will collaborate closely with the culinary team to develop innovative recipes and menus considerate of seasonal ingredient availability and anticipated guest counts. They will supervise multiple kitchen operations, inspect supplies and quality of food products, and ensure compliance with sanitation standards. Managing personnel actions like hiring and training, as well as coordinating production schedules to meet guest demand in a timely manner, also falls within the responsibilities.

Carpenter Hotel values diversity and inclusion and invites qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Whether you meet every qualification or bring a unique perspective to enhance the team, Carpenter Hotel welcomes your application to be part of a progressive and supportive hospitality environment.