Sous Chef, Kitchen

mcrhotels.com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company as a Sous Chef, where you will lead culinary operations in a luxurious hotel setting. This role offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills while managing a talented team, ensuring high standards of food quality and guest satisfaction. You will play a key role in fostering a collaborative environment, guiding team members, and implementing creative culinary techniques. With a focus on excellence and a commitment to service, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the hospitality industry. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to grow within a leading hotel operator.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

Retirement Options

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience in food and beverage.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary trends and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in all kitchen operations.
• Lead and motivate culinary team members effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Customer Orientation

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Luxury Collection Hotel Manhattan Midtown, New York, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:00 AM

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the overall success of the daily culinary operations. This role involves leading culinary team members and managing all food-related functions to enhance guest and team member satisfaction while maximizing financial performance within the department.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Executive Chef in all kitchen operations.
2. Provide guidance and leadership to team members, including setting performance standards and monitoring outcomes.
3. Lead, influence, and motivate others through effective interpersonal and communication skills.
4. Support sound financial and business decision-making.
5. Demonstrate honesty and integrity, leading by example.
6. Foster mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
7. Ensure fair and consistent application of property policies.
8. Review staffing levels to meet guest service, operational, and financial goals.
9. Supervise and coordinate food preparation activities.
10. Showcase new cooking techniques and equipment to team members.
11. Develop and enforce guidelines for purchasing and receiving procedures.
12. Promote safety procedures, ensuring understanding and compliance among team members.
13. Monitor the quality of raw and cooked food products to meet standards.
14. Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards, including certifications.
15. Improve service quality by understanding guest needs and providing coaching and feedback.
16. Handle guest complaints and feedback effectively.
17. Review guest satisfaction data to identify areas for improvement.
18. Identify developmental needs of team members and provide coaching or mentoring.
19. Train culinary staff on cooking fundamentals and presentation skills.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; hotel/college training preferred.
2. At least 2 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related fields.
3. Extensive knowledge of both classical and current culinary trends.
4. Ability to work calmly under pressure.
5. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Diplomatic team player.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
9. Creative, proactive, customer-oriented.
10. Excellent time management skills.
11. Strong leadership qualities.
12. Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
13. Flexible schedule including days, nights, holidays, and weekends.

About Our Company

• MCR is the 3rd-largest hotel owner-operator in the U.S.
• Founded in 2006, with offices in New York City, Dallas, Chicago, and Richmond, VA.
• Managing a $5.0 billion portfolio of 148 hotels with over 22,000 rooms across 37 states and 106 cities.
• Employs over 7,000 team members nationwide, operating under various Marriott, Hilton, and independent brands.
• Recognized as one of Fast Company’s 10 Most Innovative Travel Companies of 2020.
• Recipient of multiple awards including the Marriott Partnership Circle Award, Hilton Legacy Award, and others for excellence in hotel development and performance.

What We Offer

• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Options
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (available after 30 days for full-time employees)