Banquet-Driven Sous Chef | Lead Seasonal Menus

Tandem Hospitality Group; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Hospitality Group in Lexington, KY is seeking a Sous Chef who will support the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director to maintain top food quality while driving revenue and margins. The role emphasizes a positive kitchen culture and teamwork.

You will help develop daily specials, write seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients, coordinate with banquet operations, and ensure sanitation and HACCP compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and three years of experience in a culinary leadership role in a hotel or upscale F&B establishment.
• Degree from a recognized culinary institution preferred.
• Ability to read, write, convert measurements and follow a recipe.
• ServSafe Certified.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing and implementing kitchen business strategies aligned with the company's overall mission, vision, values and strategies
• Participate in the development of the kitchen's business strategies
• Create a positive environment for employees that is aligned with the company culture through constant communication and reinforcement
• Deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests by ensuring food quality and consistency are always maintained
• Provide employees with the tools and environment they need to be successful
• Develop and implement strategies and practices that support employee engagement
• Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef and/or Food & Beverage Director in creating daily specials and writing new menus that feature seasonal ingredients from local vendors and reflect the culture and current trends
• Coordinate service with restaurant and banquet operations
• Manage the daily operation of the kitchen when the Executive Chef is not there including performing line check, leading pre-shift meetings, ensuring cleaning schedules are followed, checking that all equipment is in good working condition, and overseeing the culinary team
• Ensure that proper sanitation practices are followed, including HACCP logs, and Time and Temp Logs
• Ensure that stations are set up properly in time for service
• Ensure that food is properly covered, dated, stored, and rotated
• Ensure the correct temperature of both stored and prepared foods
• Taste all food items for quality purpose before service begins
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain an organized and sanitized work area at all times
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Use safe and hygienic food handling practices at all times
• Report any unforeseen circumstances, maintenance needs or faulty equipment
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with others and create a fun, positive, and creative work environment
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards
• Performs others duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.
• Help conduct monthly inventories and have completed on time.

Education

High School diploma

Degree from a recognized culinary institution

Job description

Tandem Hospitality Group in Lexington, KY is seeking a Sous Chef who will support the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director to maintain top food quality while driving revenue and margins. The role emphasizes a positive kitchen culture and teamwork.

You will help develop daily specials, write seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients, coordinate with banquet operations, and ensure sanitation and HACCP compliance.