Sous Chef

The Rittenhouse; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Philadelphia seeks a Sous Chef who will support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality and guest service. The ideal candidate should have strong culinary skills and managerial experience to lead a team in a fast-paced environment, contributing to menu development and sustainability practices.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in a managerial position of upscale food service establishment required.
• Skills in menu development and kitchen management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in food preparation and kitchen oversight.
• Oversee preparation and production of menus, manage kitchen operations.
• Train and evaluate staff performance.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Leadership

Menu development

Education

Degree or certification from accredited culinary program

Job description

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Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $90.00/hr

Opportunity: Sous Chef

Assist the Executive Chef in the preparation of food and oversight of kitchen operations in accordance with established food quality, guest service and sustainability standards.

Potential Career Path

Executive Sous Chef - Chef - Executive Chef

Opportunity: Sous Chef

Assist the Executive Chef in the preparation of food and oversight of kitchen operations in accordance with established food quality, guest service and sustainability standards.

Potential Career Path

Executive Sous Chef - Chef - Executive Chef

Essential Job Functions

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
• Oversee preparation and production of menus, development and execution of recipes.
• Manage kitchen operations and assigned staff.
• Ensure staff prepares menu items following recipes and yield guides, in accordance with department standards.
• Develop new menu items, test and create recipes.
• Trains, develops and evaluates personnel with regard to proper use of standard kitchen equipment and tools, techniques and skills.
• Supervise kitchen personnel to ensure that methods of cooking, garnishes and portion sizes are as prescribed.
• Manage budget, monitor costs and operating needs in keeping with overall containment of unnecessary expenditures.
• Direct and develop skills of the team to the achievement of department and area goals.
• Evaluate all direct reports and conduct introductory period and annual performance reviews.
• Maintain an open door policy and address all team member issues and/or concerns in a timely manner.
• Conduct divisional/departmental staff meetings on a monthly basis.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Degree or certification from an accredited culinary program preferred.
• 3 years experience in a managerial position of an upscale and/or high volume food service establishment required.
  
  

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and will include working on holidays and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, using fingers and hands, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
  
  

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability - Hearts That Serve - Only Excellence - Stay Nimble - Own It

More detail about Lacroix at The Rittenhouse part of The Rittenhouse Hotel, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/2353-Lacroix-at-The-Rittenhouse

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Hotels and Motels

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