Sous Chef for New Hotel Opening — Kitchen Lead

The Elyton; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with match

Paid PTO

Uniforms Provided

Hotel Discount

Job summary

The Elyton in Birmingham, AL, is opening a new property and seeks a Sous Chef to work with the head chef, manage daily kitchen activities, supervise staff, assist with menu prep, ensure food quality, and oversee ordering and stocking.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role, a High School Diploma, and éligible for ServSafe and Food Handler certificates within 30 days; strong customer service and leadership are essential, with flexibility for holidays.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English to communicate with team and guests.
• Must adhere to health and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Experience using kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and flexible shifts.
• Desire to lead and train a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen in absence of the head chef and ensure menu adherence.
• Oversee stock and ingredients and maintain FIFO systems.
• Monitor food quality, dating and portion control.
• Direct food preparation and presentation to meet standards.
• Collaborate with head chef on kitchen organization and staffing.
• Ensure storage units meet safety standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Kitchen supervision

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Team training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Elyton in Birmingham, AL, is opening a new property and seeks a Sous Chef to work with the head chef, manage daily kitchen activities, supervise staff, assist with menu prep, ensure food quality, and oversee ordering and stocking.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role, a High School Diploma, and éligible for ServSafe and Food Handler certificates within 30 days; strong customer service and leadership are essential, with flexibility for holidays.