Sous Chef

White Lodging; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Unlimited referral bonuses

Vacation days with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Complimentary rooms

Leadership development

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily food preparation across assigned areas, crafting high-quality menus and recipes that reflect seasonal techniques.

You will interview, hire, train, and mentor culinary staff; enforce safety, sanitation, and portion control; collaborate with front-of-house to elevate guest experiences; manage costs and waste; promote growth within the team.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational abilities essential.
• Experience mentoring culinary staff and leading teams.
• Ability to develop and execute innovative menus with quality control.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas with seasonal techniques.
• Interview, hire, train, and manage culinary staff for high performance.
• Uphold strict cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation standards.
• Organize and manage menu creation, recipes, and timelines.
• Control food costs by inventory, portions, and waste reduction.
• Foster a respectful kitchen environment and mentor associates

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Collaboration

Menu innovation

Education

Associate's degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

Description

Summary: 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Other Information

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting on Day 1
• Paid Parental Leave
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary and Discounted Rooms
• Leadership development opportunities

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