Sous Chef Hotel

Moody Gardens; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody Gardens Hotel is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef to lead the Cafe Kitchen operations, coordinating all food production and presentation to deliver high-quality menu items for Moody Gardens' outlets.

You will supervise cooks, manage training, maintain sanitation, monitor food costs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while aligning with the hotel's standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of similar experience.
• Ability to obtain government licenses or certificates.
• CPR certification or First Aid training preferred.
• Must obtain TABC and Food Handlers Certification prior to starting work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all food production and presentation for the Cafe Kitchen.
• Ensure high-quality food across Moody Gardens' outlets.
• Maintain sanitation and housekeeping in areas of responsibility.
• Develop and evaluate concepts to ensure quality and profitability.
• Operate within budgeted guidelines and monitor food costs.
• Orient and train new staff; supervise cooks and team members.

Skills

Spanish (preferred)

English communication

Basic math

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

Overview

The Restaurant Sous Chef is responsible for the successful operation of the kitchen in the Moody Gardens Hotel, thus contributing to the overall success of Moody Gardens.

Position Authority

The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below.

Position Guidelines

Position guidelines include, but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives. The incumbent is expected to exercise sound, reasonable judgment and initiative, and give high priority to accuracy and detail in the performance of job responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate all food production needs and food presentation operations for the Cafe Kitchen
• Ensure the production of high quality food for the Cafe Kitchen as well as all other food outlets of Moody Gardens
• Maintain a high quality image through effective housekeeping, maintenance, and sanitation in areas of responsibility
• Maintain and evaluate existing food concepts and the development of creative new food concepts which ensure the highest quality food and profitability
• Operate within the budgeted guidelines, and maintain food cost percentages
• Orient new employees for which you are in charge and coordinate internal training and developmental programs when appropriate
• Implement and support control procedures within the department
• Staff kitchen to meet kitchen responsibilities
• Ensure good safety practices of kitchen employees and assist in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures
• Operate in compliance with all Local, State, and Federal laws and government regulations
• Assist Executive Chef with kitchen operations and Banquets
• Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicate production needs to kitchen personnel daily
• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
• Any and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens

Education / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years of experience in a similar position
• Ability to obtain any government required license or certificates
• CPR certification or First Aid training preferred
• Must obtain TABC & Food Handlers Certification prior to beginning work

Required Skills

• Must be reliable and responsible
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred
• Ability to read, listen, and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
• Basic math skills to understand measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes
• Ability to operate kitchen appliances such as stoves, ovens, mixers, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges