Sous Chef

Hotel Indigo; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual review with increase potential

401k program with company match

Additional benefits may be available

Job summary

Arbor Lodging in Nashville, TN, is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team as the Executive Chef's trusted second-in-command, delivering exceptional dining experiences with high standards of quality, taste and presentation.

You will lead kitchen operations, mentor staff, manage costs, and ensure sanitation in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining teamwork and a welcoming atmosphere for guests and colleagues.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a culinary leadership role or as a Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and best practices.
• Excellent cooking skills with attention to flavor, quality and presentation.
• Proven leadership and communication to manage a diverse team.
• Able to stand long hours and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with EC to plan and develop new menu items, seasonal offerings and daily specials.
• Oversee and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth food production.
• Assume complete charge of the kitchen in the EC's absence.
• Ensure food, beverage and service standards align with hotel standards.
• Implement effective cost controls for food, beverage and labor.
• Monitor and manage kitchen inventory, rotation and storage.
• Create a welcoming atmosphere to encourage loyalty among staff.
• Monitor and critique food quality and service levels.
• Keep the restaurant clean, including tabletops and side stations.
• Provide a pleasant atmosphere for staff and guests.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Team management

Attention to detail

Job description

Arbor Lodging is a leading hotel investment and management company with a growing portfolio of hotels throughout the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. We have been entrusted by numerous partners and are approved managers for Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Our service ethos is proactive and holistic, fostering an environment where guests feel truly welcomed and supported at every interaction. Our culture is people-focused, data-driven, and results-oriented.

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and creative Sous Chef to join our talented culinary team. The ideal candidate will be the Executive Chef's trusted "second-in-command," helping to deliver exceptional dining experiences by ensuring high standards of quality, taste and presentation. Looking for a leader who can manage kitchen operations, mentor staff, and maintain efficiency and sanitation in a fast-paced environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with EC to plan & develop new menu items, seasonal offerings and daily specials
• Oversee and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring all food preparation and production runs smoothly
• Assume complete charge of the kitchen and all related duties in absence of EC
• Ensure the implementation and maintenance of standards of food, beverage, and service are in line with hotel standards
• Implement effective cost controls for food, beverage, and labor
• Monitor and manage kitchen inventory, placing orders for new supplies and ensuring proper rotation and storage of food items
• Create a comfortable atmosphere to encourage committed and loyal employees
• Monitor and critique food quality and service levels
• Ensure the restaurant is always clean, including tabletops and side stations
• Provide a pleasant atmosphere for staff and guests

Requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a similar culinary leadership role or as a Sous Chef
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and best practices
• Excellent cooking skills with strong attention to detail regarding flavor, quality and presentation
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs
• Relevant certifications

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual review with increase potential
• 401k program with company match
• Additional benefits may be available

Arbor’s Guiding Principles

Arbor Lodging focuses on Five Guiding Principles to foster a culture where growth, development, and progression thrive within the properties:

• Do the Right Thing - Operate and act with integrity in all you do even when it is not convenient.
• Lead with Heart - Be kind, passionate and hospitable.
• Be Accountable - Take ownership and deliver results.
• Aim Higher - Go above and beyond to exceed expectations and pursue thoughtful change.
• Celebrate Differences - Embrace diversity; respect individual opinions and ideas.

Arbor Lodging Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arbor Lodging Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.