Executive Sous Chef: Lead Kitchens & Menu Innovation

Four Seasons; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

PTO & holidays

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401K with match

Free room nights

Employee meals

Uniform care

Employee assistance

Wellbeing program

Parental leave

Life insurance

FMLA leave

Tuition reimbursement

Training & growth

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead day‑to‑day kitchen operations, mentor the team, and uphold quality across all meals. You will manage inventory, coordinate with the Executive Chef, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.

The role offers strong leadership opportunities, a competitive salary range of $95,000–$105,000, and comprehensive benefits. Join us in Seattle's downtown dining scene and contribute to our renowned hospitality.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum in Restaurant Chef or Banquet Chef roles.
• Culinary education completed.
• Strong cooking skills with line experience.
• Experience in banquet operations is desirable.
• Ability to forecast product needs and manage costs.

Responsibilities

• Own the dinner presentation for Goldfinch Tavern and In‑Room Dining.
• Run all kitchens in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen staff and F&B colleagues.
• Order products to maintain adequate inventory.
• Manage flow between breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight shifts.
• Lead with integrity and mentor the culinary team.
• Build rapport with purveyors and local peers.

Skills

Restaurant Chef Experience

Banquet Experience

Culinary Education

Menu Engineering

Cost Control

Leadership

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead day‑to‑day kitchen operations, mentor the team, and uphold quality across all meals. You will manage inventory, coordinate with the Executive Chef, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.

The role offers strong leadership opportunities, a competitive salary range of $95,000–$105,000, and comprehensive benefits. Join us in Seattle's downtown dining scene and contribute to our renowned hospitality.