Executive Sous Chef – Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader

Loews Hotels & Co; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One free meal per shift

Free theme park access

Job summary

Loews Hotels & Co in Orlando (Hard Rock Hotel) seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across upscale hotel outlets, banquet venues and room-service. You will manage staff, control costs, uphold food safety, and ensure consistent, high-quality presentation.

The role requires 7 years of leadership experience, strong technique knowledge, and the ability to train and coach teams while maintaining Loews standards and guest satisfaction. Fluency in English is essential.

Qualifications

• 7 years of culinary leadership in upscale hotel/restaurant settings.
• Strong cooking techniques, menu development and presentation standards.
• Experience leading multiple outlets and banquet operations.
• Able to manage food and labor costs while maintaining quality.
• Food safety certification required.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient in English with effective team communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain staffing levels in all kitchen outlets for optimal operation.
• Represent the Executive Chef in their absence and lead daily operations.
• Oversee labor cost control, inventory, and adherence to sanitation standards.
• Set up/oversee opening and closing kitchen procedures.
• Supervise food preparation, plating, portion control and garnishes.
• Organize resources to support timely production and service.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with government sanitation rules.
• Interview, train, coach, and discipline kitchen staff per Loews standards.
• Report maintenance needs to engineering and coordinate with other departments.
• Participate in required meetings and communicate daily with teams.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Advanced cooking techniques

Menu development

Presentation standards

English communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Loews Hotels & Co in Orlando (Hard Rock Hotel) seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across upscale hotel outlets, banquet venues and room-service. You will manage staff, control costs, uphold food safety, and ensure consistent, high-quality presentation.

The role requires 7 years of leadership experience, strong technique knowledge, and the ability to train and coach teams while maintaining Loews standards and guest satisfaction. Fluency in English is essential.