Chef, Sous - Banquets Catering

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

Why Work at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego?

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is a high-energy, music-drenched workplace where team camaraderie and creativity thrive. The hotel’s core values—like “CREATE A RAVING TEAM,” “PLAY HARD,” and “LIVE THE MUSIC”—encourage authenticity, innovation, and standout guest service.

With perks like free cafeteria meals, flexible scheduling, hotel discounts, and an ongoing social vibe, it’s a workplace that knows how to celebrate its people. If you're passionate about hospitality, music, and bringing positive energy every day, Hard Rock San Diego rocks as a career choice!

About Us

At Coury Hospitality, we bring a commitment to collaborative excellence, a unified vision, and shared principles of partnership to every aspect of hotel management. Our approach is seamless and tailored, ensuring each property under our management offers a unique and exceptional guest experience.

Join our team of Experience Curators!

Coury Hospitality has an amazing opportunity as a Sous Chef.

SOUS CHEF | Banquets | Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

On-Site | Full-Time

Your Mission

• 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.

You're a Great Fit If You…

• Have 2+ years of culinary leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, or upscale dining environment.
• Lead by example and enjoy mentoring and motivating kitchen teams.
• Thrive in fast-paced, high-energy kitchens where every second counts.
• Take pride in consistency, organization, and attention to detail.
• Have strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.
• Are flexible and available to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and throughout Comic-Con week.

Why Join Hard Rock Hotel San Diego?

Legendary Location. Iconic Vibe.

Competitive pay.

Rockstar culinary team and hands-on leadership experience.

Opportunity to showcase your talent in one of the city's busiest hotel kitchens.

Let's Rock This Together

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Here’s The Core Of Coury Hospitality

We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to create UNMATCHED COMMITMENTS.

What Else Do YOU Need To Know…

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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