Lead Sous Chef - Kitchen Innovator & Quality Leader

virginlvcareers; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to direct food preparation and ordering during shifts. You will lead kitchen staff, monitor costs, and ensure top quality and safety standards to deliver excellent guest experiences.

Responsibilities include managing cooks, controlling inventory, and collaborating with the Executive Chef to optimize menus and costs while maintaining SNHD compliance and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years management experience in a full-service restaurant or lounge.
• Excellent communication with all levels of staff and leadership.
• Proven ability to manage costs, labor, and quality standards.
• Strong English written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Direct preparation and ordering of all foods during assigned shift to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Monitor food purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control costs and waste within budget.
• Hire, train, motivate, and manage staff to achieve objectives.
• Supervise cooking techniques to ensure food quality and consistency with standards.
• Enforce health department standards and safety protocols in kitchen areas.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to analyze costs and forecast menu prices.
• Ensure seamless operation between BOH and FOH for guest service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

English proficiency

Education

5 years management experience in a full-service restaurant

Tools

Kitchen knives & equipment knowledge

Job description

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to direct food preparation and ordering during shifts. You will lead kitchen staff, monitor costs, and ensure top quality and safety standards to deliver excellent guest experiences.

Responsibilities include managing cooks, controlling inventory, and collaborating with the Executive Chef to optimize menus and costs while maintaining SNHD compliance and a safe work environment.