Sous Chef – Fine Dining & Charcuterie Leader

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 1:1

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 2%

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term and Long Term

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all menu items, recipes, and the evening production. You will assist in dinner service and ensure consistency across dishes while managing kitchen staff and maintaining quality standards.

The role emphasizes cost control, inventory planning, and compliance with safety and health regulations. Experience in fine dining and strong leadership are preferred, with opportunities in a dynamic hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.
• Strong communication skills for training and safety purposes.
• Appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee deliveries, daily food cost analysis, and invoice tracking.
• Maintain prep lists and daily ordering; open walk-through systems.
• Follow Avendra compliance.
• Supervise butchers, saucier, and prep cooks.
• Maintain proper temperature procedures and rotation of products.
• Perform line cook cuts based on reservations.
• Control food costs, waste, and pricing; maintain standards.
• Identify inventory and equipment needs; attend sous chef meetings.
• Coordinate Charcuterie and Butchery programs.
• Report to Chef de Cuisine with issues.

Skills

Guest experience

Communication

Professional appearance

Read safety docs

Reporting

Public speaking

Problem solving

Instruction interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary Certification

Managerial experience

Fine dining experience

Food & Beverage regulations knowledge

Job description

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all menu items, recipes, and the evening production. You will assist in dinner service and ensure consistency across dishes while managing kitchen staff and maintaining quality standards.

The role emphasizes cost control, inventory planning, and compliance with safety and health regulations. Experience in fine dining and strong leadership are preferred, with opportunities in a dynamic hotel environment.