Sous Chef: Lead Culinary Team & Local Sourcing

Aparium Hotel Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Located in Old Town Alexandria, Hotel Heron is part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, featuring 134 rooms, hearth-inspired Mid-Atlantic cuisine, and a rooftop bar near Washington, DC. Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and equal opportunity, offering comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities for culinary professionals.

We seek a Sous Chef who will lead a kitchen team under the Executive Chef, driving menu development, cost controls, and guest‐centered service in a

Qualifications

• Five or more years progressive culinary experience required.
• Passion for culinary arts and diverse cuisines.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create spreadsheets and proposals.
• Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address all employee levels.
• Proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication.
• Ability to calculate basic math principles to meet proper menu ingredients and inventory.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods and withstand warm environments.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and role model the company’s principles of People, Place, and Character.
• Be a key partner with the F+B Management team to provide the best guest experience.
• Collaborate with and coach your team to uphold food quality, guest experience, cleanliness, and kitchen maintenance.
• Demonstrate ability to deliver on guest expectations with balanced flavors and proper textures.
• Lead and mentor culinary staff, and participate in recruitment, training, and schedules.
• Maintain relationships with Chef, engineering, and vendors for kitchen operations improvements.
• Communicate updates and priorities with the Executive Chef and F+B Management.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Excel

Word

English language

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Located in Old Town Alexandria, Hotel Heron is part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, featuring 134 rooms, hearth-inspired Mid-Atlantic cuisine, and a rooftop bar near Washington, DC. Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and equal opportunity, offering comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities for culinary professionals.

We seek a Sous Chef who will lead a kitchen team under the Executive Chef, driving menu development, cost controls, and guest‐centered service in a