Sous Chef - Corinne

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Parental leave

Referral bonuses

PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Room discounts

Leadership development

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Leader to oversee daily food preparation in a premium hotel setting. You will lead, hire, train, and develop culinary staff while ensuring top quality and safe kitchen operations.

The role emphasizes cost control, menu execution, and a collaborative partnership with front-of-house teams to elevate guest experiences. An associate degree in culinary arts or business is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills are required.
• Focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining quality.
• Coaching and developing talent to grow within the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality ingredients and seasonal techniques.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation for a safe kitchen environment.
• Organize and manage food prep operations, including menus, recipes, and execution timelines.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory, portion control, and minimizing waste.
• Foster a respectful kitchen environment and mentor associates for career growth.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Guest experience

Menu planning

Team development

Food safety

Education

Culinary or business degree

Job description

Description

Summary:

Who We Are

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country's best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That's where you come in. You'll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas, ensuring high-quality, fresh ingredients with seasonal techniques and preparations.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold strict standards for cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation to ensure a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
• Organize, oversee, and manage food prep operations, including creating menus, recipes, and execution of menu implementation timelines.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory, maintaining portion control, and minimizing waste.
• Foster a respectful and cooperative kitchen environment, mentoring associates for career growth and advancement.

What You'll Bring

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations effectively.
• Maintaining consistency and quality across all operations.
• A collaborative approach to working with the front-of-house team to enhance guest experiences.
• A passion for coaching, developing talent, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• An associate's degree in culinary arts or business administration is preferred.

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting on Day 1
• Paid Parental Leave
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary and Discounted Rooms
• Leadership development opportunities