Sous Chef

Autograph Collection; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Collection in Atlanta seeks a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef and oversee culinary preparation across outlets, banquets, pastry, cafeteria, and stewarding, delivering exceptional service and menu execution.

You will lead kitchen staff, ensure sanitation, inventory, payroll, scheduling, and quality checks while maintaining safety standards to exceed guest expectations. Reliability and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and align with hotel mission and standards.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and execution of culinary offerings across outlets and events.
• Lead the kitchen team and ensure guests receive prompt, courteous service.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, and manage payroll and scheduling.
• Perform quality checks and enforce food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Coordinate opening/closing procedures and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Sanitation & safety

Team supervision

Communication

Job description

Additional Information

• Job Number: 26105322
• Job Category: Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Location: 415 E Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30305 VIEW ON MAP
• Schedule: Full Time
• Located Remotely?: N
• Position Type: Management
• Pay Range: $65,000-$75,000
• Expiration Date: 10/04/2026

This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Peregrine Hospitality Group. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Description

As a Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef and be responsible for the preparation of food items while delivering outstanding service in all areas of the culinary division. Areas or responsibility may include dining outlets, banquets, pastry, cafeteria, and stewarding. Additionally, this position is responsible for menu item creation, scheduling, maintaining payroll, ordering, organization, cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Oversee the preparation and execution of culinary offerings, ensuring every dish reflects the highest standards of flavor, technique, and presentation.
• Uphold sanitation practices and organizational standards at all workstations, enforcing all local, state, and industry food safety regulations.
• Lead the team in managing guest orders, fostering a welcoming and efficient environment through prompt and gracious service.
• Demonstrate an expert command of menu items, culinary techniques, ingredients, and departmental procedures to expertly guide staff and exceed guest expectations.
• Oversee inventory control by accurately requisitioning, stocking, and maintaining all provisions at assigned stations, optimizing efficiency and consistency in kitchen operations.
• Execute quality checks on dishes, guaranteeing compliance with food handling, storage, and company quality assurance protocols.
• Direct comprehensive opening and closing procedures, from systematic setup and breakdown of workstations to the completion of daily checklists.
• Champion a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Inspire teamwork and positive collaboration both within the kitchen brigade and across departments, serving as a role model of professionalism.
• Demonstrate exemplary reliability and commitment to standards of attendance, flexibility, and the fulfillment of tasks entrusted by management.

Job Requirements

• Understand and align with the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel.
• Prioritize tasks, work efficiently with limited supervision, and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively in the primary workplace language, demonstrating excellent communication, follow-up, and organizational skills.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, equipment handling, and compliance with required licenses or certifications.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes.
• Work well under pressure and in challenging conditions, using good judgment to resolve problems, follow directions, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds frequently to assist guests
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation
• Ability to bend and twist, push, and pull, stoop, and kneel
• Ascend and descend a ladder

Pay

The annual salary for this position is $65,000-$70,000 plus incentive eligibility based on performance.

Disclaimer

All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract, express implied, or otherwise, and does not alter the “at will” employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change, modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to complying with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all other applicable equal opportunity laws. Peregrine Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran and Drug Free.

Peregrine Hospitality participates in E-Verify. Upon hire, your employment will be contingent on proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, which will be confirmed through the federal E-Verify system.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Remarks

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The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.