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Westin San Diego - Executive Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Daily Pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
short-term disability
long-term disability
term life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan

Job Description

The Westin San Diego Bayview is a distinguished upscale hotel located in the heart of downtown San Diego. This modern establishment offers a sophisticated and energetic environment featuring stylish guest rooms and top-tier amenities such as a 24-hour fitness studio, rooftop pool, and a vibrant on-site restaurant and bar. Its prime location places it minutes away from major attractions including the Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, and the San Diego Airport, serving a diverse mix of business and leisure travelers. The hotel prides itself on maintaining a polished, fast-paced work setting that fosters professional growth and excellent guest experiences. As part... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience or 4-year college degree with 1 to 2 years of related experience or culinary degree with 1 to 2 years of progressive experience
  • Proficient in Windows operating systems and company-approved spreadsheets and word processing
  • Supervisory experience required
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to evaluate and select alternatives quickly and accurately
  • Capacity to work well in high pressure situations
  • Effective workplace problem-solving skills
  • Ability to listen and understand issues from co-workers and guests
  • Basic understanding of financial information and arithmetic functions
  • Ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure

Job Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • A 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience
  • Or a 4-year college degree and 1 to 2 years of related experience
  • Or a culinary degree with 1 to 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • Proficiency in Windows operating systems and company-approved spreadsheets and word processing software
  • Supervisory experience required
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Clear communication skills
  • Ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
  • Effective problem-solving in the workplace
  • Strong listening and understanding skills
  • Basic financial literacy including simple arithmetic functions
  • Ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure

Job Duties

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing proper uniform and name tag
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with company standards as required by scheduling
  • Comply at all times with company standards and regulations to ensure safe and efficient hotel operations
  • Fulfill all supervisory duties of the hotel kitchens
  • Ensure all kitchen personnel fulfill their job functions appropriately
  • Create menus and food presentation
  • Address and resolve all customer problems efficiently
  • Perform spot checks for menu accuracy and taste
  • Minimize spoilage, waste, and overproduction
  • Regularly review house counts, forecasts, and VIP lists
  • Monitor all banquet and catering activity
  • Maintain all kitchen inventories
  • Prepare annual reviews of employees
  • Assist in achieving departmental objectives and goals
  • Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a hands-on approach
  • Work within monthly set food cost budget, adjust food requisitions, and control waste
  • Monitor food outlets, buffets, stations, and food displays for creativity, quality, cleanliness, and food safety
  • Assure timely set up and schedule well-trained cooks in proper uniform
  • Perform other activities as assigned
  • Be familiar with all company policies and hospitality terminology
  • Ensure plating standards and use records are posted according to standards
  • Review food sales for accuracy daily
  • Plan employee menus and oversee employee break room
  • Oversee all outlets and banquet food display merchandising, including prop use and buffet decoration
  • Maintain organized filing system for documentation of purchases, scheduling, forecasts, reports, and logs
  • Maintain required stock pars
  • Perform any other duties as requested by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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