Sous Chef

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation and PTO with rollover

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Job summary

White Lodging develops and operates premium-brand hotels across top cities. This role leads daily kitchen prep, hires and trains culinary staff, enforces sanitation, and drives menu execution with seasonal techniques. You will control costs, organize operations, and mentor team members to promote growth.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, menu creativity, and a teamwork-driven mindset to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Expertise in developing innovative dishes with consistency and quality.
• Collaborative approach with front-of-house teams to enhance guest experiences.
• Passion for coaching, developing talent and guest satisfaction.
• Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas with high-quality, seasonal techniques.
• Interview, hire, train and manage culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold cleanliness, food handling and sanitation standards for a safe kitchen.
• Organize and manage food prep operations, menus, recipes and timelines.
• Control food costs by inventory monitoring, portion control and waste minimization.
• Foster a respectful kitchen environment and mentor associates for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Team mentorship

Food cost control

Sanitation standards

Collaborative team player

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality, fresh ingredients with seasonal techniques and preparations.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
• Organize, oversee, and manage food prep operations, including creating menus, recipes, and execution of menu implementation timelines.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory, maintaining portion control, and minimizing waste.
• Foster a respectful and cooperative kitchen environment, mentoring associates for career growth and advancement.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations effectively.
• Expertise in developing innovative dishes while maintaining consistency and quality across all operations.
• A collaborative approach to working with the front-of-house team to enhance guest experiences.
• A passion for coaching, developing talent, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• An associate’s degree in culinary arts or business administration is preferred.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting on Day 1
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.