Lead Sous Chef: Mentorship, Menu Craft, Kitchen Excellence

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical, dental, vision

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

PTO with rollover

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary Rooms/Discounted Rooms

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. in Austin seeks an experienced culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu execution, and a high-performing kitchen team. You will interview, hire, train, and coach culinary staff, maintain cleanliness and safety, and partner with front-of-house to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Associates degree preferred. Competitive benefits include day-one medical, dental, and vision, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, room discounts, and leadership

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills required.
• Ability to coach and develop talent in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent collaboration with front-of-house to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Business Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality ingredients and seasonal techniques.
• Interview, hire, train, and manage culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold strict cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation standards for safety and efficiency.
• Organize and manage food prep operations, including menu creation and timeline execution.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory, portions, and waste reduction.
• Foster a respectful kitchen environment and mentor associates for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Guest-focused

Coaching talent

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Business Administration

Job description

White Lodging Services, Inc. in Austin seeks an experienced culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu execution, and a high-performing kitchen team. You will interview, hire, train, and coach culinary staff, maintain cleanliness and safety, and partner with front-of-house to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Associates degree preferred. Competitive benefits include day-one medical, dental, and vision, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, room discounts, and leadership