Executive Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Seasonal Menus

Courtyard Fort Wayne, IN; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Courtyard Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to assist the Executive/Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring top-quality food and presentation, and delivering a seamless dining experience. The role requires leadership, creativity, and attention to detail to uphold the restaurant's reputation for excellence.

You will collaborate with a culinary team, contribute to menu development, and uphold recipes and guidelines while maintaining a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior station chef in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Exceptional culinary skills across techniques, flavor profiles, and presentation.
• Strong leadership abilities to motivate a team in a busy kitchen.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing all kitchen activities, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Lead and motivate the culinary team to foster collaboration and growth.
• Collaborate on innovative menus using locally sourced ingredients when possible.
• Ensure adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Maintain organized workflow with inventory, ordering, and cost control systems.
• Monitor food quality and freshness, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on cooking techniques, safety, and sanitation.
• Stay updated with industry trends to enhance culinary skills.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for smooth service and guest satisfaction.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Sous Chef Experience

Leadership skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Communication with guests

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Courtyard Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to assist the Executive/Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring top-quality food and presentation, and delivering a seamless dining experience. The role requires leadership, creativity, and attention to detail to uphold the restaurant's reputation for excellence.

You will collaborate with a culinary team, contribute to menu development, and uphold recipes and guidelines while maintaining a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.