Assistant Sous Chef

Hyatt Hotels; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing hospitality company as an Assistant Sous Chef. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a vibrant kitchen environment. You will be responsible for training and mentoring kitchen staff while ensuring the highest quality of food presentation and service. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you'll help foster a positive atmosphere that values excellence and growth. If you're passionate about culinary arts and eager to advance your career in a supportive setting, this position could be your perfect fit.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Assistance

Discounted Hotel Rates

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary experience required.
• Experience in training and mentoring culinary team members.

Responsibilities

• Train associates in job duties, including plate presentation.
• Schedule and direct kitchen personnel efficiently.
• Ensure high-quality food is delivered promptly.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Assistant Sous Chef - Spirits & Tales Restaurant, The Oaklander Hotel

Great opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America's fastest growing hospitality companies – Concord Hospitality Enterprises. As an Assistant Sous Chef, you'll delight our guests with your attention to presentation, quality, and safe serving temperatures.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of quick, authoritative problem-solving and delegation to foster team growth. You should leverage your experience to coach and mentor culinary team members, striving for excellence while understanding perfection is an ongoing pursuit. We offer a growth-oriented environment that values communication and organization as keys to kitchen success.

Depending on the hotel brand, our food service ranges from buffet breakfasts to plated dinners and banquets. Our Sous Chefs are team players working with operations to deliver professional, competent, and prompt service to guests and clients. Key responsibilities include:

1. Training associates in job duties, including plate presentation and display work.
2. Scheduling, evaluating, and directing kitchen personnel.
3. Maintaining open communication between management and staff.
4. Handling disciplinary actions when necessary.
5. Providing tools and equipment needed for staff to perform their duties.
6. Addressing kitchen issues promptly.
7. Participating in meetings, inventory, and MOD program.
8. Ensuring high-quality, properly prepared food is efficiently delivered to outlets.
9. Contributing to goal and standard setting to enhance reputation and profitability.
10. Supervising kitchen staff in the absence of the Executive Chef.
11. Maintaining records, recipe cards, and presentation standards.
12. Submitting payroll hours timely.

Benefits (Full-Time Associates):

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability, 401K, tuition assistance, discounted hotel rates, and career development opportunities.

Why choose Concord?

Our culture is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We prioritize creating a great work environment, recognizing our associates' contributions, and promoting work-life balance and diversity. We are committed to excellent customer service and quality accommodations.

If you're looking to grow and be part of a fun team, this could be your next opportunity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of culinary experience required.

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