Executive Sous Chef

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.; Valley (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

This role emphasizes creating locally sourced, unforgettable dishes while mentoring pastry and savory teams and driving guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings at least 3 years of similar experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a flexible approach to a 24-hour operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of executive sous chef or similar experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree preferred.
• Proven ability to lead pastry and savory teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations and teams in a 24-hour operation.
• Develop local, unique dishes and menus.
• Drive guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
• Collaborate with pastry and savory teams to ensure excellence.
• Ensure menu creativity and consistency across outlets.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree

Job description

## Executive Sous ChefApply: Treehouse Silicon Valley: Full time: Posted Today: JR106069Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.We’re currently looking for a seasoned Executive Sous Chef who thrives within a mission-driven environment, creates change through culinary innovation, and is a proven and effective leader, with the talent and desire to imagine unique, locally-sourced, unforgettable dishes. If you’re already thinking of new menus, we’d love to hear from you.About you...An expert in culinary operations, a strong leader and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.Passionate about food and a minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.A post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.Must have prior proven ability to lead, supervise and develop pastry and savory teams.Ability to demonstrate menu creativity through development and implementation.Excels at communication, both verbal and written.Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.**About us...**As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.$120,000Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.