Executive Sous Chef - Bar Sprezzatura

The Menger Hotel; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

PTO/PTO exchange

Maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

401k with company match

Student loan repayment program

Ancillary benefits

Job summary

Bar Sprezzatura at the Heathman Hotel in Portland seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead a bustling, high-volume kitchen. This hands-on role partners with the Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence, mentor staff, control costs, and deliver exceptional hospitality.

You will own kitchen operations, refine techniques, oversee inventory and safety protocols, and collaborate with corporate culinary teams. The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in fine dining, leadership experience, a culinary degree

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in a fine dining high volume kitchen, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week.
• Spanish language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership in all kitchen operations.
• Coach and mentor kitchen staff and interns.
• Collaborate with executive chef and corporate teams.
• Ensure consistency and high standards of professionalism and hospitality.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Operational excellence

Inventory control

Cost management

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

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Full Time Heathman Hotel, Portland, OR, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 6796

Inspired by the casual elegance of Italy, Bar Sprezzatura is a unique escape into Italian culture and cuisine. Located in the historic Heathman Hotel, Bar Sprezzatura is a bustling lunch spot by day and aperitivo and cicchetti bar at night. Whether enjoying a bustling meal, an aperitivo, or savory snacks, guests are transported to a world where timeless traditions meet the vibrant, sun-kissed charm of coastal Italy.

About the Role:

The Executive Sous Chef at Bar Sprezzatura is a hands-on culinary leader who supports all aspects of kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef. This role combines mentorship, technical expertise, and operational excellence to ensure an exceptional experience for both guests and team members. With mastery of cooking techniques, cost control, and staff development, the Executive Sous Chef drives consistency, fosters creativity, and upholds the highest standards of professionalism and hospitality.

Our Ideal candidate is:

A detail oriented culinary leader who will be a hands-on mentor in the kitchen with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and create an amazing experience for both our guests and our staff. You will assist in leading all culinary operations, providing insight and guidance to every member of the kitchen staff, and work closely with the executive chef and corporate culinary and operations teams to further the success of the restaurant. You have expertise in cooking techniques, inventory control, labor cost management, an impeccable eye for detail, and a high level of professionalism.

What you bring to the table:

• Personal Attributes
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Gracious spirit of hospitality
  • Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity
  • Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of food education
  • Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team
• Professional Attributes
  • Advanced knowledge of kitchen fundamentals (knife skills, butchery, sauces, fabrication, all kitchen stations)
  • Knowledge of financial reporting and ability to analyze data
  • Have a strong eye towards development both personal and for your team
  • Desire to teach and mentor both your staff and culinary interns
• 4 years' experience in a fine dining high volume kitchen, with at least 1 years in a leadership role
• Culinary degree preferred
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols
• Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws
• Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds
• Have the stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week
• Spanish language skills a plus

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.

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Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.