Lead Sous Chef: Create WOW Moments in a Luxury Kitchen

Montage International; Peapack-Gladstone (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Free meals

Job summary

Montage International, Pendry brand, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team and craft authentic, memorable dining experiences for guests at our property. You will supervise cooks, manage menu production and costs, ensure safety standards, and collaborate with leadership to deliver WOW moments.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of culinary supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation of the kitchen including recruiting, hire, train, and supervision of cooks
• Implement cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining service quality
• Prepare and order all items for all menus, creates order sheets and inventory systems to always ensure proper stock levels
• Execute all productions and plating in a timely manner
• Oversee menu development with head Chef, culinary innovation, and food presentation, ensuring offerings are creative, on-trend, and aligned with guest preferences
• Ensure the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments
• Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team supervision

Cost control

Menu development

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Montage International, Pendry brand, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team and craft authentic, memorable dining experiences for guests at our property. You will supervise cooks, manage menu production and costs, ensure safety standards, and collaborate with leadership to deliver WOW moments.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays.