Banquet-Focused Sous Chef | Lead & Elevate the Kitchen

Hilton-Charlotte-Uptown; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Charlotte Uptown is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary production for three meals across Coastal Kitchen and Bar, In-Room Dining, and Banquet Catering for events up to 800 guests. You will guide chefs in preparation, plating, and cost controls while upholding food safety and quality standards.

This fast-paced hotel role requires high energy, organization, and professionalism; you will partner with the Executive Chef to meet departmental goals and mentor culinary staff across a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of culinary supervisory experience in a full-service hotel or similar environment.
• Oversee banquet staff and banquet cooks for event orders and quality.
• Knowledge of food safety, purchasing, and cost controls.
• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• Evenings and weekends availability.

Responsibilities

• Guide and participate in all operations in the Culinary & Restaurant departments.
• Ensure food safety guidelines and hygiene standards are followed.
• Order inventory for food and beverage products.
• Schedule team members according to business levels and assist in F&B functions.

Skills

Culinary supervision

Banquet coordination

Food safety

Team leadership

Cost controls

Purchasing

Menu planning

Education

High School or better

Job description

Hilton Charlotte Uptown is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary production for three meals across Coastal Kitchen and Bar, In-Room Dining, and Banquet Catering for events up to 800 guests. You will guide chefs in preparation, plating, and cost controls while upholding food safety and quality standards.

This fast-paced hotel role requires high energy, organization, and professionalism; you will partner with the Executive Chef to meet departmental goals and mentor culinary staff across a