Sous Chef

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for you and family

401K matching

Flexible scheduling

Travel discounts at Crescent-managed,

Discounts with Crescent-managed North‑

Job summary

Le Meridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary operations within the Culinary Department. You will assist in day-to-day kitchen activities, ensure top-quality food preparation, and uphold safety and sanitation standards for all staff and guests.

The role requires 2 years of culinary experience with at least 1 year as Sous Chef, with proven leadership and a focus on quality and presentation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of culinary experience with at least 1 year as Sous Chef.
• Proven leadership to associates to achieve goals and maintain high standards.
• Strong communication to inspire associates and drive performance.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and sanitation practices.
• Experience in production of banquets and special events.
• Strong inventory and cost-control capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Culinary Department.
• Oversee production for banquets and special events.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards across all kitchen activities.
• Present new products, presentations, and technical execution to the team.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Food safety

Cost control

Communication

Job description

Offering a calm haven and chic sophistication, Le Meridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center sits next to the eponymous shopping center in Oak Brook, Illinois. From our superb vista point, guests can easily access attractions throughout Chicago, including Drury Lane Theatre, Elmhurst Art Museum, and downtown.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do! We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you, and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best-in-class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are looking for our next great team member to join our management team and assist in the operations of the Culinary Department, as Sous Chef. We are committed to providing you with:

• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members.
• 401K matching program for eligible associates.
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you.
• Discounts with our Crescent-managed properties in North America for you & your family members.

As Sous Chef you will be assisting the culinary team in overseeing the day-to-day operations in the Culinary Department.

We're Seeking

• Creative and innovative culinary skill while meeting property financial goals.
• A teacher of the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques.
• Experience in production of banquets and special events.
• A leader that can instill safety and sanitation habits in all associates.
• A Sous Chef who can present new products, presentations, and technical execution.
• A chef with strong inventory and cost control with an understanding of finding solutions.

Does this sound like you:

• 2 years of culinary experience with no less than 1 year as a Sous Chef at a high-quality operation.
• Proven leadership to associates to achieve goals while maintaining a high expectation to standards in regard to quality and presentation.
• Great communicates and expectations that inspire associates to achieve goals and advance their careers.
• Provide morale and spirit.
• Demonstrate ability to lead by example.
• Participative management style, led by example.
• Instill a guest service attitude in all associates.

Our differences are what make us great:

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That's why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.

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