Sous Chef - High Velocity

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Parental leave

Referral bonuses

PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted rooms

Leadership development

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. seeks a seasoned culinary leader to direct daily kitchen operations across assigned outlets. You will lead a high-performing team, ensure top-quality food preparation, and partner with front-of-house to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of hotel culinary leadership, strong menu development skills, and a commitment to safety and mentorship in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years leading culinary teams in a hotel/restaurant setting.
• Experience creating and executing menus and recipes.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas with high-quality, seasonal techniques.
• Interview, hire, train, and manage culinary staff to maintain a high-performing team.
• Uphold cleanliness and sanitation; ensure safe kitchen operations.
• Organize and manage food prep operations including menu timelines and execution.
• Control food costs through inventory, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Mentor associates to support career growth and guest-experience excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Kitchen management

Food safety

Inventory control

Menu planning

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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