Garde Manger Junior Sous Chef

Loews Hotels & Co; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

401K matching

Travel benefits

Job summary

A premier hospitality company located in Miami Beach is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to manage the culinary department. This role involves overseeing kitchen activities, ensuring high-quality food service, and training staff for optimal performance. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of food service operations and have a minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a restaurant or hotel. Benefits include competitive pay and opportunities for growth in a family-oriented work culture.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of supervisory experience in a hotel or restaurant.
• Certification as 'Food Service Manager' or equivalent.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage culinary department operations efficiently.
• Supervise kitchen activities to ensure quality service.
• Train and evaluate staff performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Service Operations

Education

Associate of Science degree in Hospitality or Food Service Management

Job description

Garde Manager Junior Sous Chef page is loaded## Garde Manager Junior Sous Cheflocations: FL - Miami Beach - Loews Miami Beach Hoteltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0083882A beloved hotel with an enviable oceanfront location is now even better, following a $50 million renovation. Our newly redesigned Loews Miami Beach Hotel includes all-new touchpoints throughout the property. Welcome to a South Beach Icon, Reimagined.This position is responsible for the overall management of the culinary department in assistance with the Culinary Management team, to include planning, organizing, directing and coordinating all Culinary activities to ensure efficient operation of department, and that a quality product which exceeds employee and guest expectations and hotel standards is delivered in a friendly and professional manner. Assist Management with staffing, training, and scheduling of employees.**Job Specifics*** Establishes and ensures adherence to all departmental and Loews Hotels guidelines, policies and procedures* Responsible for smooth, efficient, cost effective operation to include labor management, supervision of all aspects of service, inventory control* Personally supervises kitchen activities to ensure quality production/delivery of product/service* Approves all department storeroom requisitions, ensures operational costs are kept within forecasted budgetary guidelines* Reviews/maintains daily payroll report/records, maintains labor costs within established budgetary guidelines* Establishes appropriate par level for all inventories so as to support forecasted activity without experiencing stock-out or excessive on-hand situations* Communicates daily with Executive Chef or Sous Chef* Ensures security and proper use and control of operating supplies and equipment* Interviews, selects, trains, appraises, coaches, counsels and disciplines departmental personnel according to Loews standards* Follows New Hire Training program in accordance with hotel policy* Evaluates individual employee performance, determines areas in need of improvement or requirements for advancement, establishes goals, objectives and training needs required to achieve same* Coaches, counsels, retrains employees as needed to ensure superior levels of performance* Attends all required hotel meetings to keep abreast of in-house activities/promotions and upcoming events and maintain effective communications with other departments in the hotel* Conducts departmental meetings as required to communicate effectively with all restaurant personnel to ensure that they are kept current on pertinent hotel information and activities* Evaluate changes in employee needs, to recommend appropriate product/service and operational changes necessary to ensure employee satisfaction, while maintaining optimal budgetary/financial performance* Other duties as assigned**General*** Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times* Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance* Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees* Executes emergency procedures in accordance with Loews Hotels standards* Complies with required safety regulations and procedures* Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area* Complies with Loews Hotels standards, policies and rules* Recycles whenever possible* Remains current with Loews Hotels information and changes* Complies with Loews Hotels uniform and grooming guidelines**Qualifications**Required:* Thorough knowledge of all matters related to the proper administration of a food service operations* Two + years supervisory experience in hotel or free standing restaurant* Certification as ”Food Service Manager” or other, as required by State County or Local regulations* Ability to develop and maintain effective operating and control processes designed to attain maximum operating efficiency while ensuring adherence to established operating criteria* Effective management, leadership, organizational and communication skills* Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidaysPreferred:* Associate of Science degree or higher in Hospitality or Food Service ManagementEducation:* Associate of Science degree or higher in Hospitality or Food Service ManagementExperience:* Two + years supervisory experience in hotel or free standing restaurantHeadquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart.Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering.Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us.Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.