Lead Sous Chef & Menu Innovator

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all kitchen operations in Fort Worth, Texas. You will manage staff, help develop menus, control food and labor costs, and ensure high standards of quality and sanitation across daily service and banquet events.

You will coordinate with the Executive Chef and catering teams to deliver guest satisfaction, train new hires, and uphold departmental policies. This role requires strong English communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff.
• Ability to manage inventory and food costs.
• Collaborate on menu development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Train and evaluate staff; address disciplinary matters as needed.
• Set daily priorities and assign tasks to kitchen staff.
• Create daily specials; incorporate feedback from Chef.
• Review banquet orders and note changes.
• Provide clear written and verbal directions to staff.
• Conduct daily inventory of items and ensure proper storage.
• Coordinate with Purchasing on supplies and product quality.
• Review equipment needs with the Steward and ensure sanitation standards.
• Ensure staffing adherence and record attendance.
• Maintain stocked work areas with required tools and equipment.
• Keep recipe cards and production schedules updated.

Skills

English proficiency

Team player

Supervisory skills

Menu planning

Inventory management

Cost control

Job description

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all kitchen operations in Fort Worth, Texas. You will manage staff, help develop menus, control food and labor costs, and ensure high standards of quality and sanitation across daily service and banquet events.

You will coordinate with the Executive Chef and catering teams to deliver guest satisfaction, train new hires, and uphold departmental policies. This role requires strong English communication and teamwork.