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

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Day

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Vacation and PTO with rollover

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an experienced culinary leader to join our Austin-area kitchens. The role focuses on directing daily food preparation, creating menus, and upholding top sanitation and quality standards.

You will interview, hire, train, and coach a high-performing culinary team, while controlling costs and minimizing waste. A collaborative approach with front-of-house is essential to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations.
• Ability to collaborate with front-of-house to enhance guest experiences.
• Experience in coaching and developing talent.
• Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality, fresh ingredients with seasonal techniques and preparations.
• 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

Collaboration

Coaching

Guest experience

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging is seeking an experienced culinary leader to join our Austin-area kitchens. The role focuses on directing daily food preparation, creating menus, and upholding top sanitation and quality standards.

You will interview, hire, train, and coach a high-performing culinary team, while controlling costs and minimizing waste. A collaborative approach with front-of-house is essential to deliver exceptional guest experiences.