Sous Chef - Dean's Steakhouse

White Lodging; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking hospitality company as a Culinary Operations Leader, where your leadership and organizational skills will shine. You will lead food preparation, ensuring quality and freshness while mentoring a high-performing culinary team. This role emphasizes collaboration with front-of-house staff to enhance guest experiences and uphold strict standards for cleanliness and food safety. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Enjoy a range of benefits, including medical insurance, paid parental leave, and leadership development opportunities, making this a fantastic career move in the culinary field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Leadership Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations effectively.
• A passion for coaching, developing talent, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation ensuring high-quality, fresh ingredients.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and managing culinary staff.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory and minimizing waste.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Coaching and Development

Food Cost Control

Education

Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts

Associate's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do

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

What You’ll Bring

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

What You Can Look Forward To

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

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Location Code: 2556