Sous Chef & Kitchen Leader — Mentoring & Menu Creation

White Lodging Services, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Referral Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary Rooms/ Discounts

Leadership development

Job summary

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning hotels, premium-brand experiences, and dining venues across the country. This role leads daily food preparation, mentors culinary staff, and ensures safety, cleanliness, and culinary excellence in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You will create menus, monitor portions, control costs, and drive guest satisfaction through outstanding culinary execution while fostering growth and teamwork within the kitchen and with front-of-house

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Guest experience

Coaching

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning hotels, premium-brand experiences, and dining venues across the country. This role leads daily food preparation, mentors culinary staff, and ensures safety, cleanliness, and culinary excellence in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You will create menus, monitor portions, control costs, and drive guest satisfaction through outstanding culinary execution while fostering growth and teamwork within the kitchen and with front-of-house