Hands-On Executive Sous Chef: Lead the Culinary Team

crestline-external; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Crestline Hotels & Resorts is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead and manage culinary operations with a hands-on approach. You will train, coach, and motivate the culinary staff, ensuring high service standards and profitability.

In the absence of the Executive Chef, you will fulfill that role and drive daily kitchen performance. You will work closely with the team on menu development, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver exceptional dining experiences across hotel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus at least two years of related experience, or high school diploma plus five years of experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Experience with hotel systems such as MICROS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a hands-on approach to all culinary operations.
• Collaborate with the food and beverage team on menu planning, development, and execution.
• Ensure culinary staff are trained to standards and able to carry out operations.
• Assist in calculating accurate, theoretical and weighted food costs; coordinate with accounting for costs.
• Develop and mentor the culinary staff, providing daily feedback and guidance.
• Lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Team Training

Menu Planning

Food Costing

Quality Assurance

Guest Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

MICROS

Job description

Crestline Hotels & Resorts is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead and manage culinary operations with a hands-on approach. You will train, coach, and motivate the culinary staff, ensuring high service standards and profitability.

In the absence of the Executive Chef, you will fulfill that role and drive daily kitchen performance. You will work closely with the team on menu development, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver exceptional dining experiences across hotel