Mason Street Grill Sous Chef

Mason Street Grill at Pfister; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) employer match

Discounted on-site parking

Room discounts

Job summary

The Mason Street Grill at Pfister in Milwaukee seeks a Sous Chef to lead and mentor the kitchen team under the Executive Chef, ensuring top-quality food and presentation.

You will oversee daily line operations, assist in menu development, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and efficiency, contributing to memorable guest experiences at a luxury hotel dining venue.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years in a hotel/resort/upscale dining with supervisory responsibility.
• Solid knowledge of food products, prep techniques, and kitchen standards.
• Basic understanding of food and labor cost awareness and cost-control support.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily line operations to ensure consistency, quality, and execution.
• Prepare menu items to exact recipe and presentation standards.
• Train, coach, and guide culinary staff for performance and teamwork.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, storage, rotation, and inventory.
• Ensure equipment and work areas meet cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Contribute to menu development and special culinary duties.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Cost awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

Description

Sous Chef - Mason Street Grill

Our team prides itself on delivering consistent, exceptional dining experiences. If you are an enthusiastic, driven culinary professional with the ability to blend creativity, precision, and strong kitchen leadership, Mason Street Grill is seeking a Sous Chef who will elevate the guest experience while supporting the Executive Chef in achieving exceptional culinary performance.

As part of Mason Street Grill within the iconic Pfister Hotel and the growing Marcus Hotels & Resorts portfolio, this role offers far more than a single restaurant opportunity. Our associates have access to a wide range of career growth, leadership development, and advancement opportunities across multiple luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and resorts throughout the company.

As Sous Chef at Mason Street Grill, you will train, mentor, and supervise our kitchen team while ensuring that food quality, consistency, and presentation reflect the highest standards. The Sous Chef must bring both leadership and craftsmanship to the role, helping to shape memorable dining experiences that define our restaurant.

Mason Street Grill in downtown Milwaukee has become a local favorite for wood-grilled steaks, fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and live jazz. In addition to great food and drinks, we provide exceptional service you cannot find anywhere else. At Mason Street, we want to serve experiences. Whether it is the enticing aromas from the grill, the energy of live music, or the satisfaction of a perfectly prepared meal, we strive to create moments that bring guests back repeatedly.

What you will be doing:

• Supervise daily line operations to ensure consistency, quality, and exceptional execution.
• Prepare menu items to exact recipe and presentation standards for restaurant and private dining.
• Train, coach, and guide culinary staff to support performance, growth, and teamwork.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, storage, rotation, and inventory to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Ensure all equipment and work areas meet strict cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Contribute to menu development, special requests, and other assigned culinary duties.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree or formal training preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years of culinary experience in a hotel, resort, or upscale dining environment, with supervisory responsibility.
• Solid knowledge of food products, preparation techniques, and kitchen standards.
• Basic understanding of food and labor cost awareness and the ability to support cost-control efforts.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What is in it for you?

• Competitive Salary, Early Wage Access, and Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance eligible after 30 days of employment, with company-paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and 401(k) employer match every paycheck.
• Discounted Monthly On-Site Self-Parking, Discounted Dry Cleaning, and Cell Phone reimbursement.
• Wide range of career growth, leadership development, and advancement opportunities across multiple luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and resorts
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Historic Hotels of America, and Preferred Hotel properties.
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golf courses, ski resorts, spas, and discounted movie tickets at Marcus Theaters
• Complimentary, well-balanced meal every shift.

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary

Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000

About us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts, has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of luxury hotels, restaurant, spas and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Pfister Hotel and Mason Street Grill are an equal opportunity employer.

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