Lead Kitchen Sous Chef: Elevate Food & Team

kimptonhotelsandrestaurantscareers; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to contribute to our guest-focused dining program. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure quality plating, manage prep, and support daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

If you bring 1 year of related experience, strong time management, and a commitment to safety and presentation, you will thrive here. Flexible scheduling and opportunities to grow within a boutique hospitality leader await.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related or supportive kitchen experience preferred.
• Expertise in food product, presentation, quality and preparation.
• Time management and organizational ability for high quality production.
• Ability to work with minimal direction or supervision.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
• Highly motivated and flexible, with initiative.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Food Handler Certification (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff and coordinate food orders; supervise food prep and cooking.
• Train kitchen staff on prep work and plating techniques.
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Assist with scheduling kitchen staff.
• Promote kitchen health and safety rules.
• Price menu items with Restaurant Manager; order supplies; maintain cost reports.
• Encourage and support team members in growth and development.
• Be versatile and take on other duties as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Time management

Self-starter / independent

Written communication

Flexibility

Team leadership

Job description

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to contribute to our guest-focused dining program. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure quality plating, manage prep, and support daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

If you bring 1 year of related experience, strong time management, and a commitment to safety and presentation, you will thrive here. Flexible scheduling and opportunities to grow within a boutique hospitality leader await.