Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Distinctive Hospitality Group; Mystic (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Vacation and Personal time off

Opportunities for career development

Job summary

Hilton Mystic in Mystic, Connecticut, is seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality preparation and presentation for our restaurant and catering events.

You will supervise kitchen staff, assist with menu planning, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and help develop new dishes while maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Excellent leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Food handler's certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning and development
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring efficient and high-quality food production
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create and implement new dishes
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Prepare food for banquets and catering events
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Culinary techniques

Food handler's certification

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Hilton Mystic in Mystic, Connecticut, is seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality preparation and presentation for our restaurant and catering events.

You will supervise kitchen staff, assist with menu planning, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and help develop new dishes while maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Excellent leadership and communication are essential.