Lead Sous Chef: Menu Creation & Team Leadership

Hei Hotels Inc.; Savannah (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness packages

Retirement Plans

Travel Benefits

Discounts on products and services

401(k) Matching

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts at the Kimpton Brice Hotel in Savannah seeks a Kitchen Leader to oversee daily production, planning and presentation of all hotel food for restaurant and room service. You will manage the kitchen team, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to HEI Franchise standards.

The role emphasizes team leadership, cost control, sanitation, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for growth within a diverse, inclusive workplace that values excellence and personal development.

Qualifications

• Two+ years post-high school education; culinary education desirable.
• Five+ years in a related position; hotel experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of food preparation and management; leadership to develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, production, and presentation of all hotel food for restaurant and room service.
• Manage kitchen HR: hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and salary reviews.
• Schedule and maintain kitchen sanitation to meet standards and regulations.
• Monitor and control labor and food costs; prepare related reports and budgets.
• Promote safety programs to minimize liabilities and expenses.
• Assist Executive Chef with menu costing and seasonal/menu implementation.
• Act in absence of Executive Chef when required.
• Adhere to attendance rules and be available regularly.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Adapt communication style

Education

Culinary education desirable

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts at the Kimpton Brice Hotel in Savannah seeks a Kitchen Leader to oversee daily production, planning and presentation of all hotel food for restaurant and room service. You will manage the kitchen team, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to HEI Franchise standards.

The role emphasizes team leadership, cost control, sanitation, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for growth within a diverse, inclusive workplace that values excellence and personal development.