Executive Sous Chef

Canyon Ranch; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa access

Health plan

25 days off

Life insurance

Maternity leave

Professional growth

Job summary

Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations, partnering with the Executive Chef to ensure top-quality food and service. You will coach the team, uphold safety standards, and drive budgeting and purchasing decisions in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 3+ years in culinary leadership, an associate degree or equivalent training, and ServSafe certification within six months.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year equivalent specialized training or equivalent experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certification within six months of employment.
• Experience supervising and managing culinary teams.
• Strong people-management skills with a track record of developing staff.
• Knowledge of food and beverage purchasing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, preparation, production, and presentation of food across outlets.
• Partner with Executive Chef to manage daily kitchen operations.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary colleagues on standards and SOPs.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards.
• Create staff schedules aligned with guest needs and demands.
• Support food and beverage purchasing and budgeting decisions.
• In absence of Executive Chef, assume responsibilities.

Skills

Culinary leadership

People management

Food safety

Communication skills

Decision making

Team development

Budgeting

Education

Associate degree

Specialized training

Job description

Overview

Canyon Ranch® has been a trailblazer and an industry-leading proponent of the wellness lifestyle since its founding in 1979. Canyon Ranch has imparted integrative expertise to millions of guests, with established wellness destination resorts in Tucson, Arizona, Lenox, Massachusetts and Woodside, California Wellness Retreat, guests can achieve their goal of living younger longer. In addition, Canyon Ranch operates North Americas largest day spa at The Venetian® hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Canyon Ranch is a 13-time winner of Travel + Leisure's Best Spa Award, an 11-time recipient of the Condé Nast Traveler Best Destination Spa Award, and both wellness resorts were named in the 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels rankings.

Overview

Canyon Ranch® has been a trailblazer and an industry-leading proponent of the wellness lifestyle since its founding in 1979. Canyon Ranch has imparted integrative expertise to millions of guests, with established wellness destination resorts in Tucson, Arizona, Lenox, Massachusetts and Woodside, California Wellness Retreat, guests can achieve their goal of living younger longer. In addition, Canyon Ranch operates North Americas largest day spa at The Venetian® hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Canyon Ranch is a 13-time winner of Travel + Leisure's Best Spa Award, an 11-time recipient of the Condé Nast Traveler Best Destination Spa Award, and both wellness resorts were named in the 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels rankings.

Canyon Ranch is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to help lead the day-to-day culinary operations of our Lenox property. In this role, you'll partner closely with the Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensure exceptional food quality and presentation, develop and coach the culinary team, and support the financial and operational success of the department. This is an opportunity for a collaborative culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment, takes pride in developing people, and is committed to delivering safe, high-quality food while living our Canyon Ranch service standards and Ethos principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, preparation, production, and presentation of food across our Food & Beverage outlets and related areas.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to manage daily kitchen operations and support the overall success of the culinary department.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary colleagues on established Culinary Standards and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Create a culture of accountability by providing feedback, coaching, counseling, and taking corrective action when necessary.
• Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, kitchen cleanliness, and equipment maintenance.
• Promote and execute safety practices and the Accident Prevention Program to support a safe work environment.
• Create efficient staff schedules that align with guest needs and business demands.
• Support food and beverage purchasing and contribute to responsible management of departmental resources.
• Help ensure budgetary requirements are met through effective operational and financial decision-making.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Executive Chef in their absence.
• Build strong, collaborative working relationships with colleagues across all levels of the organization.
• Consistently demonstrate Canyon Ranch service standards and Ethos principles with both colleagues and guests.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous experience in a culinary leadership role or related field.
• Associate degree, two-year equivalent specialized training, or equivalent relevant experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certification within six months of employment.
• Demonstrated experience supervising and managing culinary teams.
• Strong people-management skills with a track record of motivating, developing, and enhancing team performance.
• Knowledge of food and beverage purchasing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong critical-thinking, judgment, organizational, planning, listening, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions, solve problems, and provide thoughtful recommendations.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Highly collaborative and action-oriented approach to leadership.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to work varied shifts and schedules in a production-based kitchen environment.
• Ability to regularly lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work a flexible and open schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  
  

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Use of services and facilities including the spa, fitness classes, lectures, and overnight stays at all Canyon Ranch locations nationwide.
• Generous health plan including Health, Dental and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• 25 Days of personal and holiday time off (vacation, sick and holidays).
• Supplemental Health care options (including Accidental, Critical Illness and Hospital care).
• Employer-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Maternity leave.
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Annual compensation $75,000-$78,000