Sous Chef

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Del Mar (CA); On-site; USD 33,118 - 47,168; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefit card offering discounted rates worldwide

Learning programs through Academies

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor for their Fairmont Grand Del Mar in California. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of supervisory experience, ensuring high-quality food production and fostering teamwork within the kitchen.

This role entails overseeing daily production, training junior staff, and maintaining a clean work environment. Competitive hourly rate of $29.14 is offered along with employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of supervisory kitchen experience in a similar size property.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to make informed decisions with the hotel and departments in mind.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly, and proactive guest service.
• Oversee daily production sheets and review event orders.
• Assist in the preparation and service of all food items.

Skills

Supervisory kitchen experience

Interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork and relationship building

Job description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Job Description

The role is based at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, a five‑star resort in San Diego featuring 249 guestrooms, an 18‑hole golf course, a spa and a range of dining venues.

What you will be doing:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
• Produce products that are of the highest quality.
• Oversee daily production sheets and review event orders for assigned outlet.
• Participate in training junior culinary staff.
• Develop and adhere to standardized recipes and specifications to maintain consistency.
• Promote teamwork between kitchen staff and other departments.
• Minimize overproduction and food waste, ensuring proper rotation, labeling and storage of food.
• Assist in the preparation and service of all food items for a la carte and buffet menus.
• Share ideas, opinions and suggestions during daily shift briefings.
• Maintain proper rotation of products in all chillers to minimize waste by following FIFO rules and holding a valid Food Handlers Certificate.
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate and delivered promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils and equipment.
• Have full knowledge of all banquet menu items.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.
• Ensure every employee is working effectively, efficiently and with high morale and strong employee relations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Kitchen Managers.

What Is In It For You

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates worldwide for you and your family.
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills.
• Opportunity to make a difference through Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion potential.
• Hourly Rate $29.14 - OEM.

Qualifications

• 5 years of supervisory kitchen experience in a similar size property.
• Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving abilities.
• Highly responsible and reliable.
• Ability to make informed decisions with the hotel and departments in mind.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team and build relationships with colleagues.
• Ability to focus on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Ability to adapt under pressure to the needs of colleagues and guests.
• Experience as a kitchen supervisor is essential.
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in all interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected.