Junior Sous Chef

Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc service

Pet insurance

Hotel discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401K match

Job summary

Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our hotel kitchen team. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef on planning, staffing, and procedures, while assisting in hiring and coaching the culinary team.

Responsibilities include daily requisitions, menu development, inventory control, and ensuring top-quality dishes in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation, while mentoring junior

Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort setting.
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with the Executive Chef for planning, staffing, and internal procedures.
• Complete daily food requisitions and monitor daily specials.
• Assist in hiring, training, and coaching of the team.
• Play an integral role in menu development and inventory management.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and ensure dishes are prepared to perfection.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory Management

Multi-tasking

Food Safety

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Property Description

Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown, located in the heart of Music City, is looking for talented individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a premier, all-suite hotel that offers exceptional service and amenities to our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, event planning, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel boasts spacious suites, modern facilities, and a vibrant atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of the Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown team, you'll have the chance to provide outstanding service to our guests, work in a collaborative and inclusive team, and be a part of the renowned Hilton brand. Join us in creating memorable hospitality experiences and become a valued member of our team at Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown!

Overview

Accelerate your culinary career and join our team as a Junior Sous Chef! We are seeking a passionate and creative individual who will collaborate with our talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a keen attention to detail. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will communicates daily with the Executive Chef for an update regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures, complete daily food requisitions and daily specials, and assist in the hiring, training, and coaching of the team. You will also play an integral role in menu development, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring that all dishes are prepared to perfection.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. If you have a passion for food and a drive for excellence.

Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort setting
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

Inkeeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.