Banquets Sous Chef – Lead High-Energy, High-Volume Kitchen

Coury Hospitality; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cafeteria meals

Flexible scheduling

Hotel discounts

Social and energetic environment

Job summary

Coury Hospitality is seeking a Sous Chef for Hard Rock Hotel San Diego's banquet and kitchen operations during Comic-Con week. On-site, full-time role coordinating with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional food quality, manage line cooks, and uphold safety and presentation standards.

You will lead a high-energy kitchen, mentor staff, monitor inventory, assist with ordering, and collaborate with Front of House to ensure guest satisfaction, while staying flexible for extended hours, weekends,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary leadership experience in high-volume environments.
• Lead by example and mentor kitchen teams.
• Thrive in fast-paced, high-energy kitchens where every second counts.
• Take pride in consistency, organization, and attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.
• Flexible and available to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and Comic-Con week.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team by delivering exceptional food quality, supporting daily culinary operations, and ensuring every guest enjoys an unforgettable dining experience.
• Work alongside the Executive Chef to execute menu items with consistency, speed, and exceptional presentation.
• Supervise and support line cooks, prep cooks, and stewards while fostering a positive, team-first environment.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in accordance with local health regulations.
• Monitor product quality, inventory levels, and proper food storage throughout each shift.
• Assist with ordering, inventory management, and minimizing food waste whenever possible.
• Collaborate with Front of House leadership to ensure seamless communication and guest satisfaction.
• Jump in wherever needed to support the team and keep service running smoothly during Comic-Con's busiest days.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Mentoring & coaching

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Tools

Inventory management

Menu execution

Job description

Coury Hospitality is seeking a Sous Chef for Hard Rock Hotel San Diego's banquet and kitchen operations during Comic-Con week. On-site, full-time role coordinating with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional food quality, manage line cooks, and uphold safety and presentation standards.

You will lead a high-energy kitchen, mentor staff, monitor inventory, assist with ordering, and collaborate with Front of House to ensure guest satisfaction, while staying flexible for extended hours, weekends,