Sous Chef

Dimension-Hospitality,-LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with match

Hotel discounts

Free Parking

Job summary

HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Sous Chef to support and oversee kitchen operations at Grand Hyatt Nashville. The role is full-time, reporting to the Chef, and involves supervising cooks and staff to uphold high culinary standards.

You will train personnel, assist with peak service dishes, and step in for the Chef during absences, ensuring smooth operations and consistent quality in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience.
• 3 years of kitchen operations experience, including at least: 1 year in a lead cook role
• 1 year in a steward position
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure proper cooking methods, portion sizes, and garnishing standards are followed.
• Provide hands-on training and guidance to cooking personnel on advanced culinary techniques.
• Prepare and carve meats, sauces, and specialty dishes during peak service times, banquets, and special functions.
• Assume full responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Chef, including planning, organizing, and preparing all meals.
• Prep food products using standardized preparation techniques and recipes.
• Visibly assess food quality and cooking temperatures to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary knowledge

Quality control

Food safety

Education

ACF Certification

Culinary Arts degree

Apprenticeship

AOS Degree

Job description

The Sous Chef supports and oversees kitchen operations, coordinating the activities of cooks and kitchen staff to ensure the efficient preparation and presentation of high-quality meals. Acting as second-in-command in the kitchen, this role is critical in maintaining culinary standards and seamless operations in the Chef’s absence.

HOW YOU’LL SHAPE THE EXPERIENCE & FUTURE

• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure proper cooking methods, portion sizes, and garnishing standards are followed.
• Provide hands-on training and guidance to cooking personnel on advanced culinary techniques.
• Prepare and carve meats, sauces, and specialty dishes during peak service times, banquets, and special functions.
• Assume full responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Chef, including planning, organizing, and preparing all meals.
• Prep food products using standardized preparation techniques and recipes.
• Visibly assess food quality and cooking temperatures to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY STRENGTHS FOR SUCCESS

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage a diverse kitchen team.
• Advanced culinary knowledge with attention to detail in flavor, presentation, and technique.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure environments.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to support both daily operations and large functions.
• Commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Minimum 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience.

• 3 years of kitchen operations experience, including at least:
• 1 year in a lead cook role
• 1 year in a steward position
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• ACF Certification, Culinary Arts degree, apprenticeship, and/or AOS Degree required.
• Medical, dental, and vision (HSA available)
• Company-paid disability & life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with match
• Employee hotel discounts
• Free Parking

Pay Rate: $65,000

Position Requirements

Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.

Category Culinary

Location Grand Hyatt Nashville 229

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift -not applicable-

EOE Statement

HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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