Lead Sous Chef — Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

White Lodging; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Vacation and PTO with rollover

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging in Louisville, KY is seeking a hands-on culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu creation, and execution timelines. You will lead a high-performing kitchen team, interview, hire, and mentor staff, while maintaining strict cleanliness, safety, and portion control standards.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership and organizational skills, a collaborative approach with front-of-house, and a passion for coaching and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations.
• Ability to maintain consistency and quality across operations.
• Collaborative approach with front-of-house team to enhance guest experiences.
• Passion for coaching, developing talent, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality, fresh ingredients with seasonal techniques and preparations.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
• Organize, oversee, and manage food prep operations, including creating menus, recipes, and execution of menu implementation timelines.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory, maintaining portion control, and minimizing waste.
• Foster a respectful and cooperative kitchen environment, mentoring associates for career growth and advancement.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Coaching

Talent development

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging in Louisville, KY is seeking a hands-on culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu creation, and execution timelines. You will lead a high-performing kitchen team, interview, hire, and mentor staff, while maintaining strict cleanliness, safety, and portion control standards.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership and organizational skills, a collaborative approach with front-of-house, and a passion for coaching and guest experiences.