Executive Sous Chef — Lead High-Volume Hotel Kitchen

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Hotel Room Discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

M Social Sunnyvale, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team in a fast-paced hotel setting in Sunnyvale, CA. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure top-quality food and presentation, and mentor staff to maintain high standards of safety and service.

You will drive menu development, supervise production for restaurant and events, and collaborate with hotel leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive culinary experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant environment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a professional kitchen required.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, presentation, and kitchen operations.
• Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations across restaurant, banquet, catering, and other food and beverage outlets.
• Supervise kitchen staff during preparation and service periods.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, portioned, and presented according to recipes and standards.
• Lead menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain proper mise en place and kitchen readiness before each service.
• Train and coach culinary team members; foster teamwork and a positive kitchen culture.
• Coordinate with F&B leadership and other hotel departments to deliver events.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Kitchen Operations

Food Safety

Team Development

Menu Development

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

M Social Sunnyvale, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team in a fast-paced hotel setting in Sunnyvale, CA. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure top-quality food and presentation, and mentor staff to maintain high standards of safety and service.

You will drive menu development, supervise production for restaurant and events, and collaborate with hotel leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.