Executive Sous Chef: Lead Gourmet Service & Cost Control

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Omni Houston Hotel is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, drive high standards of food production, and uphold Omni's warm hospitality in the Uptown/Galleria area of Houston.

You will assist the Executive Chef with budgeting, purchasing, menu development, and staff mentoring to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining cost controls and compliance with safety and hygiene regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in executive sous chef or senior kitchen leadership at a 4+ star property.
• Associates degree or higher in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Serve Safe certified food manager.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of Delphi or similar tools.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Customer service oriented with professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Execute Omni Hotel policies and ensure services meet standards within budget.
• Assist the Executive Chef with budgeting, food cost, payroll, and variances.
• Control the physical area of food preparation and maintain cleanliness.
• Advise the Executive Chef on kitchen matters and hygiene practices.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through smooth day-to-day operations.
• Collaborate with storeroom and F&B control for purchasing standards.
• Evaluate products for quality, yield, price, and wastage.
• Inspect all service areas to maintain standard cleanliness and safety.
• Oversee equipment maintenance scheduling and safety procedures.
• Participate in menu development and culinary innovation.

Skills

Customer Service

Clear communication

Organizational skills

Adapt to change

Professional demeanor

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Delphi

Job description

The Omni Houston Hotel is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, drive high standards of food production, and uphold Omni's warm hospitality in the Uptown/Galleria area of Houston.

You will assist the Executive Chef with budgeting, purchasing, menu development, and staff mentoring to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining cost controls and compliance with safety and hygiene regulations.