Creative Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Visitation Hotel Frederick, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Visitation Hotel Frederick, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, overseeing menu preparation, and ensuring staff performance aligns with brand standards. The role requires strong culinary skills, three years of managerial experience in food service, and a degree or culinary certification is preferred. The position demands flexibility with work schedule and includes training and supporting kitchen staff while following sustainability practices.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in a managerial position of an upscale and/or high volume food service establishment required.
• Preferred degree or certification from an accredited culinary program.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in the preparation of food and oversight of kitchen operations.
• Interview, select, train, schedule, and support associates.
• Oversee preparation and production of menus and recipes.
• Manage kitchen operations and assigned staff.
• Develop new menu items and test recipes.
• Conduct divisional/departmental staff meetings.

Skills

Culinary skills

Management

Menu development

Budget management

Education

Degree or certification from an accredited culinary program

Job description

Visitation Hotel Frederick, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, overseeing menu preparation, and ensuring staff performance aligns with brand standards. The role requires strong culinary skills, three years of managerial experience in food service, and a degree or culinary certification is preferred. The position demands flexibility with work schedule and includes training and supporting kitchen staff while following sustainability practices.