Sous Chef | Atlanta Le Meridien

Shaner Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter, part of Shaner Hotels, seeks an experienced culinary leader to drive banquet production and event execution. You will oversee quality, presentation and timely service, coordinating with the Banquet and Food & Beverage teams to ensure memorable meetings and celebrations at the Dunwoody hotel.

Lead, train, and develop culinary associates, maintain safety and sanitation standards, and adapt operations to meet guest needs across banquet, restaurant, and bar functions.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of professional culinary experience, hotel/banquet preferred.
• Experience supervising culinary staff and managing events.
• Ability to read/execute BEOs and schedules with accuracy.
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations with focus on banquet production and event execution.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and timely service.
• Coordinate with Banquet and F&B teams to deliver successful events.
• Provide hands‑on leadership and develop culinary associates.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary experience

BEO interpretation

Team development

Communication

Bilingual (EN/ES) a plus

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Culinary training/certification preferred

Tools

Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)

Production schedules

Job description

• Lead daily culinary operations with a strong emphasis on banquet production, preparation, and execution.
• Oversee banquet functions in accordance with Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), ensuring quality, presentation, timing, and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to ensure successful execution of meetings, weddings, and special events.
• Supervise, train, and develop culinary associates while maintaining consistent service and operational standards.
• Assist with menu planning, inventory management, food costs, and production across banquet, restaurant, and bar operations.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and hotel standards, including proper equipment use and maintenance.
• Support hiring, scheduling, performance management, and ongoing team development.
• Address guest concerns promptly and professionally to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintain flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Responsibilities

Support the Executive Chef in leading culinary operations, with a primary focus on banquet production and event execution. Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and timely service while coordinating with the Banquet and Food & Beverage teams to deliver successful events. Provide hands-on leadership to culinary associates, maintain operational efficiency, and support restaurant and bar operations as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of professional culinary experience, preferably in a hotel or high-volume banquet environment.
• Previous experience in banquet culinary operations, including large-scale food production and event execution, strongly preferred.
• Prior supervisory or culinary leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), production schedules, and event requirements.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple events and culinary priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, management, and fellow associates.
• High school diploma or equivalent; formal culinary training or certification preferred.
• Valid food safety certification or ability to obtain one as required.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, kitchen operations, and proper equipment handling.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

About the Team

Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity for you at the beautiful Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter! Located in suburban Atlanta in Dunwoody, Georgia, our Marriott-branded boutique hotel offers a sophisticated hospitality experience in the heart of the Perimeter Center.

Situated just steps from Perimeter Mall, our hotel provides guests with convenient access to premier shopping, dining, and business destinations throughout the Atlanta area. Guests enjoy exceptional amenities, including on-site dining at Portico Global Cuisine, a state-of-the-art fitness center, poolside cabanas, and more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space.

Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter offers an inspiring environment where associates can develop their hospitality skills while delivering memorable experiences for our guests. Whether you're beginning your career or looking for your next opportunity to grow, you'll find a supportive team and endless possibilities with Shaner Hotels.

Start your hospitality career with the award-winning Shaner Hotels team and become part of something exceptional at Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter!

About Us

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

Job Info

• Job Identification 236947
• Posting Date 10/14/2026, 05:36 PM
• Locations 111 Perimeter Ctr W, Atlanta, GA, 30346, US (On-site)