Sous Chef OEM

The Queen Mary Hotel is a renowned and historic ocean liner turned hotel located in Long Beach, California. It is famed for its unique accommodations that offer guests a rare glimpse into the golden era of transatlantic travel during the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. The hotel exudes charm with its authentic polished wood paneling, original 1930s artwork, distinctive Art Deco style, and operable portholes in each stateroom. This unparalleled setting is not just a place to stay but a captivating experience that blends history, luxury, and culture. The Queen Mary offers a diverse range of attractions including historic tours, paranormal adventures, boutique shops, a relaxing spa, and various events, all designed to provide guests with memorable and immersive stays.

Evolving as part of Aimbridge's lifestyle vertical, Evolution Hospitality manages this captivating location along with other distinguished independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels across North America. Evolution Hospitality prides itself on balancing a strong culture with business performance, emphasizing honesty, humility, intellectual capacity, and continuous personal and professional development among its team members. This dedication has shaped Evolution Hospitality into a distinguished hospitality management company with a commitment to excellence.

The role of Sous Chef at the Queen Mary Hotel is a vital leadership position within the banquet kitchen, responsible for the creation and execution of exceptional culinary experiences. The Sous Chef acts as the creative powerhouse, orchestrating delicious dishes that impress guests at every event. Whether following timeless recipes or innovating new offerings for special occasions, the Sous Chef ensures every plate is a visual and gastronomic masterpiece. This position requires a harmonious blend of creativity and operational mastery—maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization in the kitchen while skillfully managing food costs and minimizing waste. Collaboration with the team is essential; the Sous Chef motivates and teaches kitchen staff to achieve culinary and service excellence.

As an overtime eligible manager, the Sous Chef is entrusted with not only culinary excellence but also with administrative and leadership responsibilities. This includes leading the kitchen team by fostering a positive and energized environment, hiring and training new talent, overseeing inventory and budgeting, and ensuring strict compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality's standards for quality and safety. The Sous Chef designs banquet menus and food presentations that transform meals into memorable experiences for guests, cementing the hotel’s reputation for outstanding cuisine.

Working at the Queen Mary Hotel means becoming part of a vibrant legacy and a team committed to culinary distinction and superior guest experiences. This role is perfectly suited for individuals who thrive on creativity, leadership, and high standards while also appreciating the heritage and uniqueness of the iconic Queen Mary venue. With competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, disability income, life insurance, employee assistance, and a 401k retirement plan, the Queen Mary Hotel and Evolution Hospitality offer a supportive environment for career growth and personal wellbeing. Join the team as a Sous Chef and bring your passion for culinary arts and leadership to one of Southern California’s most treasured landmarks.