Banquets Sous Chef

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to support the culinary team and cover operations in the absence of the Executive Chef. The role partners with F&B management to execute orders and ensure a high-quality guest experience.

You will oversee food quality, schedule optimization, and inventory management while maintaining clean work areas and ensuring timely production. A passion for hospitality and the ability to work flexible hours are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of hotel/resort or restaurant experience in fast paced culinary environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including AM/PM shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (8 hours/shift).
• Ability to communicate clearly in English with vendors and staff.
• Ability to manage inventory and maintain par sheets.
• Passion for the profession and willingness to obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Controls quality and consistency of all food served.
• Creates and adjusts work schedules according to demand.
• Orders and receives ingredients and culinary supplies.
• Maintains cleanliness of prep and production areas.
• Conducts monthly inventory and ensures timely supply.
• Assists in controlling food cost and plating.

Skills

Hotel experience

Flexible schedule

Stand for long hours

English communication

Inventory management

Food handling

Education

Food Handlers' Certification

Job description

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

The 444-room Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is classic Rancho Mirage re‑imagined for the 21st‑century traveler. Our luxurious Palm Springs hotel rooms surround you in Spanish Colonial‑inspired style and a soothing desert palette of beige, sand, and ivory. With plenty of space for your peace and your quiet, you’ll also open French doors to your very own private patio or balcony where the warm desert air and breathtaking views await.

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Rancho Las Palmas may be your perfect match.

Sous Chef / Kitchen Supervisor

Overview

The Kitchen Supervisor will assist in the overall operation of the culinary team and will be responsible for the culinary operation in the absence of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chefs. Partnering with F&B management, this individual is responsible for executing orders, and ensuring a quality experience for hotel guests.

Responsibilities

• Controls the quality and consistency of all food served.


• Creates and adjusts work schedule according to workloads and occupancy.


• Order and receive ingredients and culinary supplies.


• Consistently conduct departmental line‑ups.


• Maintains cleanliness of all food prep and production areas.


• Conducts a month end inventory of all products.


• Ensure work areas are set no less than 15 minutes prior to service.


• Ensure all food supplies necessary for service are in appropriate supply on a timely basis.


• Assist in controlling food cost.


• Assist in producing and plating plates.


• Prepare and properly store food items for advanced production.


• Report any maintenance or security problems to the appropriate department promptly.


• Sets a positive example for guest relations - both internal and external guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of hotel/resort or restaurant experience in fast paced, culinary environment


• Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include: AM/PM, weekends, holidays.


• Ability to stand for extended periods of time (at least 8 hours/shift).


• Ability to ensure efficient, effective operation of the food production outlet(s).


• Ability to satisfactorily communicate (verbal and written) in English with vendors, co‑workers, and management.


• Ability to read and comprehend detailed instructions, short correspondence, and memos.


• Ability to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.


• Ability to write and perform daily prep list and par sheets.


• Ability to meet Omni Hotels & Resorts qualify and performance standards.


• Ability to update and maintain inventory.


• Self motivated, and ability to work with limited supervision.


• Must have passion for profession.


• Must possess or be able to obtain a Food Handlers' Certification within 30 days.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link: EEOC is the Law Poster.

Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.