Creative Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Sage Hospitality Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily production, prep, and presentation for the hotel's restaurant and room service. You will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage labor costs, assist in menu and production changes, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This is a hands-on leadership role within a Curio Collection by Hilton property.

Qualifications

• Experience 1–2 years in a related kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen production, prep, and presentation for hotel restaurant(s) and room service.
• Lead kitchen staff: hire, train, develop, coach, and review performance.
• Schedule maintenance and sanitation to meet standards.
• Monitor labor and food costs; report and optimize budgets.
• Promote safety programs and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Hiring & training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sage Hospitality Group is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily production, prep, and presentation for the hotel's restaurant and room service. You will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage labor costs, assist in menu and production changes, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This is a hands-on leadership role within a Curio Collection by Hilton property.