Luxury Hotel Sous Chef - Lead a High-Volume, Innovative Kitchen

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance,

401k

Complimentary shift meal

Employee benefit card offeringDiscount

Learning programs through our Academie

Grow within property and across the世界

Planet 21 CSR initiatives

Job summary

Fairmont Austin seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary teams in a luxury, high-volume hotel. Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure quality and consistency, and drive guest satisfaction through exceptional preparation and presentation.

You will contribute to menu development, train colleagues, manage costs, and uphold food safety standards while supporting a collaborative, guest-focused culture at this iconic Austin property.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years leadership experience in a luxury, high-volume hotel.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team and demonstrate commitment to our culinary culture.
• Supervise colleagues to ensure high production levels and quality.
• Oversee menu items, recipes and standard procedures; taste before service.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper operation of all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Provide training for culinary staff and coordinate daily shift briefings.
• Support banquet and restaurant function production and cost targets.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Pressure handling

Education

Minimum 3 years leadership experience in luxury/high-volume hotel

Job description

Fairmont Austin seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary teams in a luxury, high-volume hotel. Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure quality and consistency, and drive guest satisfaction through exceptional preparation and presentation.

You will contribute to menu development, train colleagues, manage costs, and uphold food safety standards while supporting a collaborative, guest-focused culture at this iconic Austin property.