Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menu Design & Team Growth

Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401k

Ancillary benefits

Job summary

Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to lead culinary operations and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu ideation and execution. You will guide the culinary team, ensure high standards of preparation, and help maintain the restaurant's reputation for excellence in a dynamic hotel setting.

Responsibilities include supporting daily kitchen activities, training staff, and stepping in for the Executive Chef when necessary to ensure timely, high-quality meals.

Qualifications

• Prior sous chef experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to guide a team to produce consistent high quality meals.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the daily kitchen operations and menu ideation.
• Ensure kitchen operations meet quality standards and deadlines.
• Step in for the executive chef when needed to plan and direct food prep.
• Address issues promptly and manage problematic situations.
• Train culinary staff, schedule shifts, and enforce sanitation and safety policies.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Kitchen leadership

Sanitation standards

Attention to detail

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to lead culinary operations and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu ideation and execution. You will guide the culinary team, ensure high standards of preparation, and help maintain the restaurant's reputation for excellence in a dynamic hotel setting.

Responsibilities include supporting daily kitchen activities, training staff, and stepping in for the Executive Chef when necessary to ensure timely, high-quality meals.