Alteno, Executive Sous Chef

Starwood Hotels; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels in Austin, TX is seeking a seasoned Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations, drive menu innovation, and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee pastry and savory teams, foster staff development, and maintain a 24-hour operation with strong collaboration across departments.

The role requires a proven leader with a passion for locally sourced, memorable dishes and a commitment to hospitality excellence.

Qualifications

• Expert in culinary operations and leadership with a track record in guest and team engagement and financial performance.
• Minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in culinary arts would be a plus.
• Ability to lead, supervise and develop pastry and savory teams.
• Demonstrate menu creativity through development and implementation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Guest & team engagement

Financial performance

Menu development

Communication

24-hour operation readiness

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

Grow with us…

Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

We’re currently looking for a seasoned Alteno, Executive Sous Chef who thrives within a mission-driven environment, creates change through culinary innovation, and is a proven and effective leader, with the talent and desire to imagine unique, locally-sourced, unforgettable dishes. If you’re already thinking of new menus, we’d love to hear from you.

About you…

• An expert in culinary operations, a strong leader and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
• Passionate about food and a minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.
• A post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Must have prior proven ability to lead, supervise and develop pastry and savory teams.
• Ability to demonstrate menu creativity through development and implementation.
• Excels at communication, both verbal and written.
• Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

About us…

As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.