Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menus & Food Costs

Highgate; Lahaina (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Educational opportunities / Tuition_re

Paid jury duty leave

Job summary

Highgate Hotels L.P. is seeking a Sous Chef to ensure meals from the kitchen meet quality, consistency, and presentation standards. You will train staff, uphold corporate quality standards, and control food specifications, portions, and sanitation.

The role requires strong leadership, cost awareness, and the ability to collaborate with F&B management to maximize guest satisfaction and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of progressive kitchen experience; or a culinary graduate with 2+ years in a hotel setting.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and health department rules/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cooks and stewards to ensure quality and consistency of meals.
• Maintain food production standards, portions, recipes, and sanitation.
• Control food and labor costs while maximizing guest satisfaction.
• Attend required meetings and training; assist in loss prevention in kitchen areas.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food preparation

Cost control

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Highgate Hotels L.P. is seeking a Sous Chef to ensure meals from the kitchen meet quality, consistency, and presentation standards. You will train staff, uphold corporate quality standards, and control food specifications, portions, and sanitation.

The role requires strong leadership, cost awareness, and the ability to collaborate with F&B management to maximize guest satisfaction and ensure smooth kitchen operations.