Executive Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menu Creativity with Benefits

Aimbridge Hospitality; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in running the kitchen to the highest standards. The role requires leadership, culinary excellence, and a strong focus on cost control, safety, and guest satisfaction.

This leadership position demands at least 5 years in a hotel kitchen, supervisory experience, and the ability to manage menus, training, and daily operations while maintaining brand standards.

Qualifications

• Progressive hotel kitchen experience required.
• Must be proficient with Windows OS, spreadsheets and word processing.
• Must have supervisory experience and a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and maintain high standards.
• Create menus and food presentation.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.
• Manage food costs and waste reduction.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Review forecasts and VIP lists.
• Expedite peak meal periods.
• Maintain brand standards and plating quality.
• Comply with safety certifications.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Flexible schedule

Communication skills

Financial data

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

2-year college degree

4-year college degree

Culinary degree

Tools

Windows OS

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in running the kitchen to the highest standards. The role requires leadership, culinary excellence, and a strong focus on cost control, safety, and guest satisfaction.

This leadership position demands at least 5 years in a hotel kitchen, supervisory experience, and the ability to manage menus, training, and daily operations while maintaining brand standards.