Luxury Hotel Executive Sous Chef - Growth & Perks

Mason Street Grill at Pfister; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Sign-on Bonus up to $2,500

Relocation Package Available

Discounted on-site self-parking

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Career growth opportunities

Complimentary meals

Hotel room discounts

Marcus properties perks

Job summary

Mason Street Grill at Pfister in Milwaukee seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and operational oversight. In partnership with the Executive Chef, you will guide menu execution, cost controls, safety standards, and daily kitchen operations.

You will oversee Pastry, Purchasing, Stewarding, and Private Dining in the Executive Chef's absence, while mentoring staff and maintaining guest satisfaction across a renowned hotel dining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership in upscale dining/hotel settings.
• Knowledge of food products, prep methods, and culinary standards.
• Ability to manage food and labor cost controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluent English communication is required.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the culinary team to ensure efficient operations and consistent execution of standards.
• Recruit, train, and develop associates while fostering teamwork, accountability, and guest service.
• Ensure all dishes meet established recipes, quality benchmarks, and presentation standards.
• Manage scheduling, labor utilization, and payroll to maintain proper staffing.
• Oversee food purchasing, receiving, storage, rotation, and inventory with health regulations in mind.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Support events, VIP functions, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

Mason Street Grill at Pfister in Milwaukee seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and operational oversight. In partnership with the Executive Chef, you will guide menu execution, cost controls, safety standards, and daily kitchen operations.

You will oversee Pastry, Purchasing, Stewarding, and Private Dining in the Executive Chef's absence, while mentoring staff and maintaining guest satisfaction across a renowned hotel dining