Executive Sous Chef – The St. Anthony, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established luxury hotel in San Antonio is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead a passionate culinary team. This role focuses on delivering an exceptional dining experience through the renowned Le Petit Chef program, while also overseeing banquets and in-room dining. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background in luxury settings, with proven leadership skills and a passion for innovative dining. Join a team that values excellence and creativity, and help shape unforgettable guest experiences in a historic venue.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary leadership in luxury hotels or fine dining.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary execution of Le Petit Chef, ensuring high-quality food.
• Supervise and mentor culinary staff, ensuring safety and standards.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Team Management

Menu Development

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Diverse Cuisines

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

ServSafe Food Manager Certification

Job description

Executive Sous Chef – The St. Anthony, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Job Category: Ops - Culinary

Requisition Number: EXECS035024

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• Posted: April 4, 2025
• Full-Time

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Situated in the heart of downtown, overlooking Travis Park, the AAA Four Diamond, St. Anthony Hotel offers easy access to the trendy restaurants and historical landmarks in San Antonio, Texas. Established in 1909, it is a designated national historic site. Our hotel embodies old-world splendor with Italian marble and Corinthian columns. Join us and make history in San Antonio.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences and value our associates as the stars of our success.

Position Overview

The St. Anthony Hotel seeks an experienced, passionate, and innovative Executive Sous Chef to lead our culinary team. This role will oversee the Le Petit Chef experience—a world-renowned 3D dining journey—and support all other culinary operations, including banquets, in-room dining, and restaurant outlets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary execution of Le Petit Chef, ensuring high-quality food, timing, and guest satisfaction.
• Be actively involved Wednesday through Sunday evenings to align with the program schedule.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on kitchen operations, menu development, staffing, inventory, and costs.
• Supervise and mentor culinary staff, ensuring safety, sanitation, and food standards.
• Coordinate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service.
• Participate in hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Stay updated on food trends and innovate while maintaining luxury standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of culinary leadership in luxury hotels or fine dining.
• Experience with immersive or theatrical dining, such as Le Petit Chef, is a plus.
• Proven leadership, training, and team inspiration skills.
• Knowledge of diverse cuisines and a passion for excellence.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

Required Certifications:

• ServSafe Food Manager Certification
• Certified Food Handler

Preferred Certifications:

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