Executive Sous Chef: Lead a Luxury Hotel Kitchen & Menu

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meal each shift

Free parking

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Houston's River Oaks property seeks an experienced kitchen leader to plan and manage the staff, procurement, production, and presentation of all hotel food in a safe, sanitary environment. You will work to maintain high quality, cost control, seasonal menu development, and guest satisfaction, with coverage in the Executive Chef's absence and strong leadership across the team.

You will collaborate with culinary and operations teams, supervise sanitation, training,

Qualifications

• Two+ years of post high school education; culinary education desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of people management and food/beverage management.
• Knowledge of hotel operations including budgeting and safety programs.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff.
• Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations to ensure quality and consistency.
• Lead HR activities in production areas: hire, train, coach, and evaluate.
• Schedule maintenance/sanitation to meet standards.
• Monitor labor and food costs; prepare reports and budgets.
• Promote safety programs to minimize liabilities.
• Assist Executive Chef with seasonal menus and costing.
• In Executive Chef's absence, assume responsibilities.
• Ensure regular attendance and work obligations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Post high school education

Five+ years of related experience

Hotel experience preferred

Culinary education desirable

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Houston's River Oaks property seeks an experienced kitchen leader to plan and manage the staff, procurement, production, and presentation of all hotel food in a safe, sanitary environment. You will work to maintain high quality, cost control, seasonal menu development, and guest satisfaction, with coverage in the Executive Chef's absence and strong leadership across the team.

You will collaborate with culinary and operations teams, supervise sanitation, training,