Lead Sous Chef: Culinary Leader & Menu Innovator

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Parental leave

Referral bonuses

PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted rooms

Leadership development

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. seeks an energetic culinary leader to run daily food preparation across assigned areas, ensuring top-quality ingredients and seasonal execution. You will mentor a kitchen team while upholding safety, cleanliness, and efficient operations.

You'll collaborate with front-of-house to elevate guest experiences, develop menus, and monitor costs. An associate's degree in culinary arts or business administration is preferred, with opportunities for growth and leadership

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations effectively.
• Maintaining consistency and quality across all operations.
• Collaborative approach with front-of-house team to enhance guest experiences.
• Passion for coaching, developing talent, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Associate’s degree in culinary arts or business administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas with high-quality, seasonal ingredients.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation standards to ensure a safe kitchen environment.
• Organize, oversee, and manage prep operations, including creating menus, recipes, and execution timelines.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory, maintaining portion control, and minimizing waste.
• Foster a respectful and cooperative kitchen environment, mentoring associates for career growth and advancement.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Quality and consistency

Collaboration

Coaching

Education

Associate’s degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging Services, Inc. seeks an energetic culinary leader to run daily food preparation across assigned areas, ensuring top-quality ingredients and seasonal execution. You will mentor a kitchen team while upholding safety, cleanliness, and efficient operations.

You'll collaborate with front-of-house to elevate guest experiences, develop menus, and monitor costs. An associate's degree in culinary arts or business administration is preferred, with opportunities for growth and leadership