Lead Sous Chef — Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

Limelight Hotels; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off Programs

Job summary

Limelight Hotels is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations in Mammoth, California. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining high food quality, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a culinary degree and five years of leadership experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $71,000 to $80,000, along with various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5 years of culinary leadership experience required.
• Ability to understand written and spoken English; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff ensuring food preparation efficiency.
• Assist with menu planning and recipe development.
• Enforce kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety regulations

Leadership and team management

Time-management skills

Recipe creation and innovation

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

ServSafe certification

Job description

Limelight Hotels is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations in Mammoth, California. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining high food quality, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a culinary degree and five years of leadership experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $71,000 to $80,000, along with various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.