Lead Sous Chef | Elevate Menus, Mentor Team, Day-1 Benefits

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Vacation and PTO with rollover

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary Rooms/Discounts

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation and guide a high-performing kitchen team. The role emphasizes menu creation, cost control, and staff mentoring to deliver outstanding guest experiences across premium-brand hotels.

You will collaborate with front-of-house operations to ensure consistent quality and exceptional service, while upholding strict sanitation and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration preferred.
• Experience leading culinary teams desirable.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality, fresh ingredients with seasonal techniques.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
• Organize, oversee, and manage food prep operations, including creating menus, recipes, and execution of menu implementation 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

Team collaboration

Guest experience

Coaching

Culinary leadership

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation and guide a high-performing kitchen team. The role emphasizes menu creation, cost control, and staff mentoring to deliver outstanding guest experiences across premium-brand hotels.

You will collaborate with front-of-house operations to ensure consistent quality and exceptional service, while upholding strict sanitation and safety practices.