Executive Sous Chef

Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental through Anthem Blue

Vision insurance through EyeMed

401(k) with employer match

Hotel room discounts

Vacation, Sick and Holiday benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel is seeking an experienced culinary leader to plan and manage the kitchen for our hotel restaurant and room service. You will ensure high quality, consistent menus, and a safe, efficient operation in a fast-paced environment.

Lead the culinary team, oversee hiring, training, and performance, and drive cost controls while upholding HEI standards and franchise requirements. This role requires hands-on leadership in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of post high school education, culinary education is desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Management experience with Local 6 Union preferred.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the daily production, preparation and presentation of all hotel food to ensure quality and consistency.
• Manage kitchen human resources: hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Schedule and supervise maintenance and sanitation of kitchen and equipment to meet safety standards.
• Monitor labor and food costs; prepare reports and budgets to ensure profitability.
• Assist the Executive Chef in menu costing and seasonal offerings; step in when needed.
• Process payroll for culinary and stewarding departments and promote safety programs.

Skills

Culinary management

Labor cost control

Menu costing

Team leadership

Food safety & sanitation

Staff training

Budget forecasting

Effective communication

Education

Culinary education

Post high school education

Job description

About UsSophisticated design, luxurious amenities, bright lights and breathtaking views are just some descriptions of our hotel. Who wouldn’t want to be part of it? Immerse yourself in Times Square, heart of New York City. Here at the Renaissance TSQ, we are like a big work family embracing each other and valuing our diversity. Come join the team to enjoy the grand options offered such as traveling perks, health benefits packages and prosperous retirement plans along with so much more! Let’s discuss how to make you part of our team!Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.CompensationSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 AnnuallyTipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? YesOverviewPlan and manage the kitchen staff in the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage the daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel's restaurant(s) and room service to ensure a quality, consistent product is produced which conforms to all HEI Franchise standards.Manage Human Resources in the production and preparation areas of the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe work environment; interview, hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, provide open communication vehicles, recommend discipline and termination, as appropriate.Schedule and manage the maintenance/sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations.Monitor, analyze and control all labor and food costs; prepare the appropriate reports, charts and schedules to ensure budgets are met/exceeded while quality is maintained/improved.Process payroll for the culinary & stewarding departments.Promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.Assist the Executive Chef in the creation, costing and implementation of seasonal and special menus.Should assume the responsibilities of the Executive Chef in his/her absence.Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications and SkillsTwo+ years of post high school education, culinary education is desirable.Five+ years of employment in a related position.Hotel experience preferred.Management experience with Local 6 Union preferredRequires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.BenefitsHEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.