Lead Sous Chef: Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

J W Marriott

Las Vegas (NV)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 62,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

JW Marriott Las Vegas is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee culinary production in the assigned kitchen and support property-wide operations. You will provide direction for stewarding and collaborate with the Room Chef and Executive Sous Chef to develop menus that reflect current culinary trends.

The role requires a culinary arts degree or equivalent, at least 3 years of restaurant cooking experience and 2 years in a senior role, with strong leadership and a focus on guest satisfaction and brand

Qualifications

Education: Culinary Arts degree or similar program.
Experience: Minimum 3 years in restaurant food preparation; minimum 2 years in a senior role.

Responsibilities

Prepare and execute all menu items according to established standards and station duties.
Supervise cooks, meal service, production, and stewarding teams in support of chefs.
Develop, mentor, and motivate line cooks for growth and team performance.
Assist with scheduling, payroll, attendance tracking, inventory management, and disciplinary actions.
Assess and direct kitchen tasks across outlets to ensure smooth operations.
Contribute to menu development by costing menu items accurately.
Order food items and help maintain cost controls including cost of sales and labor.
Maintain documentation: menu changes, temperature logs, meeting notes, updates.