Banquet Lead Sous Chef | High-Volume Kitchen Leadership

Dimension-Hospitality,-LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Free parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Senior Sous Chef for Grand Hyatt Nashville to support the Executive Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead a culinary team. You will ensure food quality, cost control, and safety while driving menu execution and staff development.

The role involves mentoring chefs, collaborating on menus, maintaining high standards, and stepping in for the Executive Sous Chef as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience as Sous Chef in banquet environments.
• 2+ years leadership in high-volume or fine dining kitchens.
• Strong experience with inventory, labor management, and food costing.
• Banquet/large-scale production and a la carte experience preferred.
• Familiarity with trends, sustainability, and modern culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth meal service execution.
• Lead and mentor Sous Chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff; provide training and feedback.
• Collaborate with Executive Sous Chef on menu development, recipes, and food presentation.
• Enforce food quality, consistency, cost controls, and sanitation standards.
• Supervise staff to maintain high standards of preparation and safety.
• Monitor inventory, storage, and stock rotation to minimize waste.
• Assist in scheduling and managing labor costs to meet budget goals.
• Participate in tastings, training, and new menu item implementation.
• Take charge in Executive Sous Chef's absence and direct kitchen operations.

Skills

Staff training

Kitchen leadership

Menu development

Food costing

Inventory management

Labor scheduling

Food quality control

Sanitation standards

Education

3–4 years sous chef in banquet environment

Job description

HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Senior Sous Chef for Grand Hyatt Nashville to support the Executive Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead a culinary team. You will ensure food quality, cost control, and safety while driving menu execution and staff development.

The role involves mentoring chefs, collaborating on menus, maintaining high standards, and stepping in for the Executive Sous Chef as needed.