Executive Sous Chef: Lead High-Volume Hotel Kitchens

White Lodging; Saratoga (WY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellness tools

Unlimited referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts on stays and dining

Job summary

White Lodging is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to act as second-in-command for hotel culinary operations. This senior role leads daily food production, develops a high-performing team, and drives quality and financial performance in a premium hotel dining program.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in large-scale kitchens, strong coaching skills, and a track record of internal promotion. Located in Saratoga, WY, at Brush Creek Ranch.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive Chef experience in a large-scale operation.
• Proven ability to lead culinary teams in high-volume settings.
• Deep expertise in menu creation and recipe development.
• Strong skills in managing food cost, labor cost, and budgets.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching abilities.
• Preferred hands-on leadership with formal culinary credentials.

Responsibilities

• Lead hotel culinary operations in the Executive Chef's absence and uphold standards.
• Collaborate on menu development, timelines, and recipe execution.
• Oversee back-of-house operations, staffing, scheduling, and inventory.
• Train and mentor culinary staff and foster internal promotion.
• Manage food-related expenses and ensure budget adherence.
• Support banquet operations and elevated guest dining experiences.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Food cost management

Kitchen operations

Staff development

Culinary coaching

Education

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts

Culinary Management

Business Administration

Job description

White Lodging is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to act as second-in-command for hotel culinary operations. This senior role leads daily food production, develops a high-performing team, and drives quality and financial performance in a premium hotel dining program.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in large-scale kitchens, strong coaching skills, and a track record of internal promotion. Located in Saratoga, WY, at Brush Creek Ranch.