Executive Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen Ops & Menu Innovation

The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dalmar Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, leading culinary and stewarding teams with energy and consistency.

You will develop menus, test recipes, ensure portioning accuracy, manage inventory and costs, supervise staff, and uphold HHM standards of service, safety, and cleanliness in partnership with hotel leadership.

Qualifications

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates to brand standards and HHM values.
• Oversee and direct food production efficiently and consistently.
• Collaborate to develop new menu items and test recipes.
• Ensure all foods are prepared and served per recipes, portions and standards.
• Maintain food safety, handling and sanitation per regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing kitchen operations and staff scheduling.
• Supervise culinary and stewarding functions and equipment usage.
• Attend meetings (BEO, F&B) and participate in daily huddles.

Skills

Staff management

Menu planning

Food safety

Team leadership

Education

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

The Dalmar Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, leading culinary and stewarding teams with energy and consistency.

You will develop menus, test recipes, ensure portioning accuracy, manage inventory and costs, supervise staff, and uphold HHM standards of service, safety, and cleanliness in partnership with hotel leadership.