Perch Sous Chef

Valor Hospitality - The Lodge at Gulf State Park; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Uniforms Provided

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid PTO

401k with employer match

Food and Beverage Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valor Hospitality - The Lodge at Gulf State Park is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead daily production, preparation, and presentation across all food & beverage outlets, ensuring safe, sanitary operations and quality, profitability.

You will supervise and develop the kitchen staff, manage schedules, monitor food quality, and collaborate with the executive chef on menus and events to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Culinary expertise with strong cooking and kitchen operations.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage a team in a kitchen.
• Excellent organizational and problem solving under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with staff and vendors.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Culinary degree or equivalent kitchen supervisory experience typically required.

Responsibilities

• Staff and operations management: supervise, train, and evaluate kitchen staff; manage schedules and staffing levels.
• Food and quality control: monitor preparation, plating, and presentation; ensure quality standards; inspect taste and temperature.
• Inventory and cost control: manage food inventory and waste reduction; control costs.
• Health and safety: enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations in the kitchen.
• Menu and events: assist with menu development; coordinate offerings for events and catering.
• Communication and collaboration: coordinate with front-of-house, suppliers, and executive chef on goals.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail‑obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here. Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.

POSITION PROFILE

Manage the kitchen staff in the daily production, preparation and presentation for all of the food & beverage outlets in a safe sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES

• Staff and operations management: Supervise, train, and evaluate kitchen staff; ensure fair and consistent administration of policies; manage schedules and staffing levels.
• Food and quality control: Monitor food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation; ensure all dishes meet quality standards; inspect food for taste, temperature, and visual appeal.
• Inventory and cost control: Manage and monitor food inventory; ensure proper storage and handling to minimize waste and control costs.
• Health and safety: Enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation regulations to maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
• Menu and events: Assist the executive chef with menu development and implementation; coordinate culinary offerings for special events, banquets, and catering.
• Communication and collaboration: Communicate with the front‑of‑house staff to ensure efficient service; work with suppliers and vendors; collaborate with the executive chef on goals and improvements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Culinary expertise: Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
• Leadership and management: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team.
• Organizational skills: Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, especially under pressure.
• Communication skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Physical stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, work in hot and noisy environments, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience and education: Typically requires a culinary degree or equivalent kitchen experience, with progressive supervisory experience often being a key requirement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting
• Repetitive motions and heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Working in hot, humid, and noisy conditions

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary Daily Pay!
• Team Member Hotel Discount Program
• Uniforms Provided for most positions
• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options
• Paid PTO
• 401k with employer match
• Food and Beverage Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love of the beach and Gulf Shores, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk! We are a global hospitality management company who partner with internationally renowned brands to deliver the full commercial potential of our hotels. Here in the US, we operate 25 properties and have ambitious development and growth plans. Our mission to go beyond hospitality by creating memorable experiences and lasting connections with our guests. It's our uncomprising passion for outstanding service that makes us who we are. At the core of this philosophy is our people. Our culture runs on passion, enthusiasm and fun. We love what we do! We set the bar high and we are relentless in our pursuit to re-define hospitality.