Senior Sous Chef - Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Career Growth

Harbour Hotels; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Harbour Hotels uniform

Complimentary meals on duty

Career progression opportunities

Internal promotions

Employee benefits platform

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Harbour Hotels is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and lead with confidence in a fast-paced, high-volume operation.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor the team, manage costs and ensure top-quality dishes with exceptional presentation. Our group offers varied career progression across luxury properties and a supportive, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience at Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef level in high-volume, quality-focused kitchen.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage a busy kitchen independently.
• Passion for fresh ingredients and delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Strong knowledge of food cost management and FCOS targets.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations for smooth service.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team to foster a collaborative environment.
• Take responsibility for running the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food preparation, presentation and consistency.
• Monitor and manage food costs, stock control and wastage to meet financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, health and safety regulations including risk assessments.
• Assist with menu development and bring creativity and quality ingredients.
• Support training and development of junior chefs to build a strong team.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Food cost management

Kitchen operations

Menu development

Staff training

Organisational skills

Job description

Harbour Hotels is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and lead with confidence in a fast-paced, high-volume operation.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor the team, manage costs and ensure top-quality dishes with exceptional presentation. Our group offers varied career progression across luxury properties and a supportive, dynamic environment.