Junior Sous Chef

The Maybourne Beverly Hills; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company matched Health Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Colleague meals

Free Parking

Job summary

The Maybourne Beverly Hills invites applicants to bring their culinary craft and passion to our luxury kitchen. We seek a Junior Sous Chef with strong leadership and a solid understanding of food handling and sanitation to help manage daily kitchen operations.

You will support the sous chef, supervise line cooks, and ensure timely execution of high-quality dishes in a fast-paced luxury environment. English proficiency and team collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 7-year culinary experience or culinary equivalent.
• Must read, understand and communicate verbally in English.
• Knowledge of food handling & sanitation; show leadership & teamwork.
• Proficient knife skills and knowledge of basic cuts.
• Able to understand and follow recipes and weights/measures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the on-shift sous chef/chef in smooth kitchen operations.
• Coordinate and allocate culinary staff within kitchens.
• Manage kitchen schedules and staffing requirements.
• Support catering and banquet needs as required.
• Ensure organization of mise en place and production of menu items.

Skills

Leadership & teamwork

English proficiency

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Food handling knowledge

Recipe interpretation

Job description

The Maybourne Beverly Hills Hotel invites you to explore opportunities to push your creativity and be outstanding in a career that will bring out your craft and passion. We look for people that will share our vision and help bring it to life. If this is something you want to be a part of, we look forward to receiving your application.

Summary of Position

As Junior Sous Chef, you will be required to show a good Knowledge in all aspects of Food Handling & Sanitation standards, show good Leadership & Teamwork skills, must possess the ability to assume command and manage all aspects of the Kitchen Operation whist the chef / sous chef is off line. Must command the ability to work ahead, always working for the next day.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist the on-shift sous chef / chef in the overall smooth running of all Culinary operations within the specified Kitchen
• Assist with all culinary employee allocations within the specified kitchens
• Control and coordinate all culinary employee schedules
• Assist and support all catering & banquets needs as needed
• Assist in the communication between all other culinary operations.
• Responsible for the organization, Mis en Place and Production of all menu items within that specified kitchen
• Assist in the control and submission of all Food Requisitions and Transfers to and from that specified kitchen
• Assist in the Control and trouble shooting of all Food Spoilage
• Assist in the control and upkeep of all SOP’s previously set.
• Assist in the coordination with stewarding for all culinary set-up and equipment needs for the specified kitchen
• Assist in the coordination with stewarding for all Culinary cleaning schedules within the specified kitchen
• Responsible for assisting in all Culinary Health, Hygiene & Safety
• Assist in the Training and re-training of all Culinary Employee’s within the specified kitchen

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7-year culinary experience or culinary equivalent
• Must possess good attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• Must possess the ability to read, understand and communicate verbally in English
• Knowledge in all aspects of Food Handling & Sanitation standards, show good Leadership & Teamwork skills
• Display proficient knife skills and knowledge of basic cuts
• Able to understand the importance of and follow a recipe, including identify various food products, dairy, meats and produce
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Knowledge of the standard methods and techniques used in food handling, storage, preparation, cooking and serving.
• Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in food handling, storage, preparation, and cooking.
• Knowledge of the effects of time, temperature, and weather conditions on food.
• Knowledge of the terminology, standard abbreviations and symbols used in food preparation and cooking.
• Knowledge of the types and causes of cooking deficiencies.
• Skill in the use of equipment and utensils used for weighing and measuring food.
• Ability to judge the proper quality, appearance, and condition of food by sensory observation.
• Ability to read and interpret recipes and weights and measures tables.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Possible prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• The job may require working in a fast-paced and sometimes high-pressure environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Maybourne is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the HR department directly.

Vision

Leading the future of luxury lifestyle; curating distinctive and enriching experiences.

Purpose

Creating Stories of Distinction

The Maybourne Mindset

• Stay two steps ahead
• Make the magic happen

Who you would be working for

Maybourne Hotel Group owns and manages Claridge's, The Connaught, The Berkeley, The Maybourne Riviera, The Emory and The Maybourne Beverly Hills – six of the world's most renowned luxury hotels.

Our hotels have histories that stretch back over a century. And, while each one retains its timeless appeal and individual nature, we are committed to ensuring they are always in tune with the wants and wishes of today’s discerning guests.

A warm welcome and cool spirit define The Maybourne Beverly Hills, the newest member of our hotel family. Blending our signature service style with the energy of Beverly Hills, expect culinary creativity and contemporary comfort, all wrapped up in a landmark location. The Maybourne Beverly Hills is California, through and through.

Company Benefits

• Company matched 401(k) plan
• Company matched Health Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Colleague meals
• Colleague Referral Incentive program

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