Lead Sous Chef — Elevate Hotel Kitchen & Team

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental through Anthem BCBS

Vision insurance through EyeMed

Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs

Pet insurance through ASPCA

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking aKitchen Manager to lead daily production, preparation, and presentation across the hotel's restaurant(s) and room service. You will manage a team, ensure quality products, and uphold HEI standards.

You will drive labor and food cost controls, schedule staff, and assist in seasonal menu costings. The role requires strong leadership, time management, and knowledge of hotel operations in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of post-high school education; culinary education desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices; management of associates and F&B operations.
• Knowledge of hotel operations including marketing plans, security and safety programs, budgeting, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production, preparation, and presentation of all hotel food in line with standards and budgets.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff; hire, train, coach, and conduct performance reviews.
• Schedule maintenance and sanitation of kitchen and equipment to meet health and safety standards.
• Monitor labor and food costs; generate reports and schedules to ensure budgets are met.
• Promote safety programs to minimize liabilities and expenses.
• Assist Executive Chef in costing and implementing seasonal menus; act in executive chef's absence.
• Adhere to attendance rules and be available for regular shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Staff development

Hotel operations knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education

Culinary education desirable

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking aKitchen Manager to lead daily production, preparation, and presentation across the hotel's restaurant(s) and room service. You will manage a team, ensure quality products, and uphold HEI standards.

You will drive labor and food cost controls, schedule staff, and assist in seasonal menu costings. The role requires strong leadership, time management, and knowledge of hotel operations in a dynamic hospitality environment.