Sous Chef

Starwood Hotels; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels is seeking a detail‑oriented Sous Chef to lead a team in a high‑volume scratch kitchen and manage daily operations. You’ll contribute to food prep, supervise line staff, and control inventory while delivering excellent guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role, strong culinary leadership, and a proven track record in engagement and financial performance. A culinary diploma is a plus, with strong communication skills and flexibility for a 24‑hour

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of similar work experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary operations, a strong leader and a track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Flexible and able to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of food prep and line staff supervision.
• Oversee inventory and daily kitchen operations in a high-volume environment.
• Provide on-the-spot creative solutions and maintain quality standards.
• Lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and financial performance.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Communication skills

Guest service awareness

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Grow with us…

Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

If you’re reading this, we’re guessing you know your way around a kitchen. And if we’re right, well, read on.

We’re currently seeking a detail‑obsessed Sous Chef with the leadership skills to motivate an amazing team, all while managing the daily (and detailed) operations of a high-volume, fast‑paced scratch kitchen. Here’s the best part: you’ll continue to learn from some of the most creative chefs in the industry, assisting in all manner of food prep, line staff supervision, inventory, and lots of on‑the‑spot solutions. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley is a top‑notch team of food‑lovers with the talent to change the way we live and eat.

Inside Tip: Creativity, empathy and mad chopping skills go a very long way.

About you…

• Passionate about culinary arts and a minimum of 2 years of similar work experience.
• A post‑secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary operations, a strong leader and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
• Excels at communication, both verbal and written.
• Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24‑hour operation.

About us…

As a mission‑driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like‑minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.

$90,000 - $95,000 annually

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.