Lead Sous Chef — High-Volume Scratch Kitchen

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Sous Chef for 1 Hotel Austin. The role involves leading a high-volume, fast-paced scratch kitchen, guiding a talented team, and ensuring food prep, inventory, and service run smoothly.

You will mentor staff, manage daily operations, and contribute to guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience, a post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus, and strong leadership with excellent

Qualifications

• Passion for culinary arts and at least 2 years of similar work experience.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to engage guests and team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Flexible and able to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations in a high-volume, fast-paced scratch kitchen.
• Assist in all aspects of food preparation and plating.
• Supervise line staff and ensure team performance.
• Manage inventory and assist with cost controls.
• Provide on-the-spot problem solving and guest service solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary arts

Guest engagement

Financial performance

Flexibility

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Job description

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Sous Chef for 1 Hotel Austin. The role involves leading a high-volume, fast-paced scratch kitchen, guiding a talented team, and ensuring food prep, inventory, and service run smoothly.

You will mentor staff, manage daily operations, and contribute to guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience, a post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus, and strong leadership with excellent