Executive Sous Chef — Lead Innovative, High-Volume Kitchen

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in New Orleans seeks an experienced Sous Chef to supervise all kitchen stations, support the Executive Chef, and train staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will help design menus, manage operations, and ensure quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role, possesses culinary certifications, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred (2- or 4-year).
• Food Handler Certification and Alcohol Awareness Certification are preferred.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities; ability to train staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the production of food at all stations, assist the cooks, and expedite food when needed.
• Lead all kitchen activities in the absence of the Executive Chef and manage issues as they arise.
• Interview and hire employees; plan, assign, and direct work; evaluate performance; discipline when needed.
• Maintain high level of cleanliness and compliance with health regulations in kitchen facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Problem solving

Menu design

Adaptability

Education

Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management degree

Food Handler Certification

Alcohol Awareness Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Restaurant POS system

Inventory management software

Procurement software

Payroll and timekeeping software

Business & accounting software

Job description

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in New Orleans seeks an experienced Sous Chef to supervise all kitchen stations, support the Executive Chef, and train staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will help design menus, manage operations, and ensure quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role, possesses culinary certifications, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.