Kitchen Saucier

Windsor Court Hotel; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Sauce and Culinary Preparations Chef to lead and execute diverse sauces and stocks, while supporting both culinary operations and the employee cafeteria. You will contribute to high standards of quality, organization, and teamwork in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

Ideal candidates bring proven saucier experience, strong leadership, and a culinary degree or equivalent training, with flexibility to work holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• . Proven experience as a saucier or in a similar culinary role with knowledge of sauces and stocks.
• . Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• . Demonstrated leadership abilities and teamwork.
• . Attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency.
• . Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• . Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• . Flexibility to support cafeteria management and bulk production.
• . Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.
• . Able to work flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
• . Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute a variety of sauces, stocks, reductions, soups, and other culinary preparations in accordance with established standards.
• Support culinary leadership and team members with daily production and service needs to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Coordinate and execute bulk food production for the Culinary Department, maintaining quality and consistency.
• Oversee and assist with the daily operations of the employee cafeteria, including menu planning, ordering supplies, food production, and staff organization.
• Ensure all culinary activities adhere to safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to meet service deadlines and uphold culinary standards.

Skills

Sauce preparation

Leadership

Organization

Attention to detail

Food safety

Bulk production

Cafeteria management

Flexible schedule

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Description

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Sauce and Culinary Preparations Chef, where your expertise will contribute to delivering exceptional dining experiences. We are seeking a dedicated professional who is passionate about culinary excellence, organization, and team collaboration. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support both our culinary operations and employee cafeteria, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• - Prepare and execute a variety of sauces, stocks, reductions, soups, and other culinary preparations in accordance with established standards.
• - Support culinary leadership and team members with daily production and service needs to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• - Coordinate and execute bulk food production for the Culinary Department, maintaining quality and consistency.
• - Oversee and assist with the daily operations of the employee cafeteria, including menu planning, ordering supplies, food production, and staff organization.
• - Ensure all culinary activities adhere to safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• - Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• - Collaborate with team members to meet service deadlines and uphold culinary standards.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• - Proven experience as a saucier or in a similar culinary role, with strong knowledge of sauces, stocks, and related preparations.
• - Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• - Demonstrated leadership abilities and the capacity to work effectively within a team.
• - Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and consistency.
• - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• - Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• - Flexibility to support various operational needs, including cafeteria management and bulk food production.
• - Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• - Be able to work flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
• - Be able to lift up to 50 pounds

We foster a vibrant, collaborative culture that values innovation, growth, and culinary excellence. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to delivering outstanding food experiences while advancing your culinary career.