Lead Sous Chef — Creative Menus & Kitchen Leadership

The Crescent Hotels Group; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Job summary

Crescent Hotels Group in Fairfax is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and mentor a culinary team. You will ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while partnering with the Executive Chef on menus and specials that delight our guests.

We value hands-on leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Overtime may be available based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a kitchen leadership role.
• Strong culinary skills with a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering exceptional food.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Collaborative attitude and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Commitment to cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management of kitchen operations, food preparation, and quality control.
• Leading and mentoring a culinary team to uphold high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, inventory management, and cost control.
• Collaborating with the Executive Chef to create innovative menus and specials.
• Overseeing the preparation and presentation of food to meet standards.
• Overtime Eligible Manager: overtime pay based on kitchen needs.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Culinary skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Job description

Crescent Hotels Group in Fairfax is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and mentor a culinary team. You will ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while partnering with the Executive Chef on menus and specials that delight our guests.

We value hands-on leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Overtime may be available based on business needs.