Energetic Sous Chef — Lead Prep & Service Excellence

Mainsail Lodging & Development; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainsail Lodging & Development is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and support the Executive Chef with staffing and prep for all F&B outlets. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

The candidate should have strong organizational skills, the ability to work long hours, and a track record of delivering high-quality food in a busy environment. Marriott standards adherence is mentioned as a goal.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day managing of the kitchen staff.
• Assist the Executive Chef with scheduling of kitchen staff.
• Basic vegetable prep including peeling, slicing, dicing, and portioning.
• Prepare sauces including stocks, dressings, vinaigrettes, emulsifications.
• Butchering - processing poultry, fish, and primal cuts.
• General cleaning of equipment, floors, walls, coolers, and freezers.
• Dishwashing - assist with cleaning duties across the kitchen.
• Line cooking - work with other cooks under the chef's supervision.
• Plating dishes according to chef's specifications.
• Expediting - direct flow of service from kitchen to dining room.
• Demonstration cooking with guest chefs and Epicurean staff.
• Assist with banquet plate ups and presenting food as required.
• Communicate kitchen orders clearly and work under pressure.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Mainsail Lodging & Development is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and support the Executive Chef with staffing and prep for all F&B outlets. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

The candidate should have strong organizational skills, the ability to work long hours, and a track record of delivering high-quality food in a busy environment. Marriott standards adherence is mentioned as a goal.