High-Volume Hotel Sous Chef — Banquets & Leadership

Kahler Hospitality Group; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Relocation available

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holiday pay

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Kahler Hospitality Group in Rochester, MN, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to support and oversee kitchen operations. You will work with the Executive Chef to plan production, supervise staff, and ensure safe, high‑quality food for hotel outlets and events.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of F&B supervisory experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to cost control and guest satisfaction. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task.
• Thorough knowledge of Food & Beverage outlet operations including foods, beverages, supervisory aspects, service techniques and guest interaction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Food Service Sanitation certification.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day to day operations of all kitchen areas including outlets, banquets and stewarding.
• Assign specific duties to all employees under supervision for efficient operation of kitchen.
• Select, train and supervise kitchen staff in proper menu item preparation.
• Schedule culinary staff to ensure proper coverage while controlling payroll costs.
• Plan and manage procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all hotel food.
• Prepare food according to specifications and work on line stations as needed.
• Monitor sanitation and safety standards across kitchen and related areas.
• Assist in menu implementation and back-up records to improve revenues and margins.
• Maintain par stock levels through inventory, ordering and stocking shelves.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multi-tasking

F&B operations

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary/Food Sciences degree

Job description

Kahler Hospitality Group in Rochester, MN, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to support and oversee kitchen operations. You will work with the Executive Chef to plan production, supervise staff, and ensure safe, high‑quality food for hotel outlets and events.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of F&B supervisory experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to cost control and guest satisfaction. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities offered.