Banquet Sous Chef

Highgate Hotels, LP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead culinary operations at a prestigious hotel in Dallas. In this exciting role, you will inspire and train a talented culinary team, ensuring exceptional meal service and adherence to high standards. Your expertise in food preparation and knowledge of health regulations will be key in maintaining quality and compliance. Join a vibrant and innovative environment where your culinary creativity can shine, and help shape memorable dining experiences for guests at this renowned boutique hotel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of culinary experience or a culinary degree with 2 years in a hotel.
• Knowledge of food prep, health regulations, and liquor laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist in culinary operations and uphold high standards.
• Manage and train culinary staff and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Contribute to menu development and oversee food production.

Skills

Culinary Operations

Food Preparation

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Menu Development

Education

Culinary Degree

4 Years of Experience

Job description

Banquet Sous Chef

Requisition ID	2025-62082
Category	Culinary
Job Location	US-TX-Dallas
Property	The Joule

Compensation Type: Yearly

About Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company recognized as an industry innovator. Operating in major U.S. cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, and Honolulu, with a growing presence in the Caribbean and Latin America, Highgate provides expert guidance throughout all stages of the property cycle. The company develops a diverse portfolio of lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels with contemporary programming and digital expertise. Leveraging industry-leading revenue management tools, Highgate maximizes asset value and performance. The company’s leadership team comprises experienced hotel management professionals, making it a trusted partner for top ownership groups and hotel brands. Corporate offices are located in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com

Location

The Joule Dallas, TX

Built in the 1920s, the neo-Gothic landmark building at 1530 Main Street was originally the Dallas National Bank. It has transformed into a Forbes four-star boutique hotel, becoming a cultural, shopping, and dining destination in downtown Dallas.

Overview

The Sous Chef assists with daily culinary operations, upholding high standards and ensuring smooth meal services. They lead and inspire the culinary team, providing training and development, monitoring operations, and proactively resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist Banquet Chef in meeting or exceeding budgeted goals (labor and food costs).
• Manage culinary staff through training, counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance reviews.
• Promote understanding of company culture.
• Ensure compliance with standards, laws, and sanitation regulations.
• Stay current with culinary trends.
• Support recruitment and retention of passionate culinary staff.
• Contribute to menu development and update recipes and training manuals.
• Conduct culinary team 1x1 meetings.
• Oversee food production and ensure recipe standards are met.
• Maintain quality standards and address defects promptly.
• Provide operational support across areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience or a culinary degree with at least 2 years of experience in a hotel or related field.
• Knowledge of F&B preparation, health regulations, and liquor laws.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and 20 pounds frequently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Problem-solving skills, including anticipating and preventing issues.