Lead Sous Chef — Menu Innovation & Team Mentorship

Plazahotelelpaso; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

HHM is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in preparing menus, overseeing kitchen operations, and upholding food quality and sustainability standards. You will lead and coach kitchen staff, ensure recipes are followed, and manage cost controls in a high-volume, upscale environment.

The ideal candidate has a culinary degree or accredited certification and at least three years in a managerial role within upscale food service.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or certification from an accredited program preferred.
• 3+ years in a managerial role in upscale/high-volume food service.

Responsibilities

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform to brand standards.
• Oversee preparation and production of menus, development and execution of recipes.
• Manage kitchen operations and assigned staff.
• Direct and develop skills of the team to achieve department goals.

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

HHM is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in preparing menus, overseeing kitchen operations, and upholding food quality and sustainability standards. You will lead and coach kitchen staff, ensure recipes are followed, and manage cost controls in a high-volume, upscale environment.

The ideal candidate has a culinary degree or accredited certification and at least three years in a managerial role within upscale food service.