Sous Chef: Lead Prep, Sauces & Plating Excellence

Luminary Hotel & Co; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA & FSA

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Growth & Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Discounts

Free meal

Job summary

Luminary Hotel & Co is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen operations across all F&B outlets. You’ll assist the Executive Chef with staff scheduling, food preparation, plating, and maintaining Marriott Autograph Collection standards.

The role demands at least 2 years in a restaurant setting, excellent customer service, and strong communication. You will work in a fast-paced environment, uphold safety standards, and contribute to guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in restaurant or food service.
• Excellent customer service skills; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen operations and supervise kitchen staff.
• Support the Executive Chef with staff scheduling.
• Perform basic vegetable prep: peeling, slicing, dicing, portioning.
• Prepare sauces, stocks, vinaigrettes, emulsifications.
• Butchering: poultry, fish, and primal cuts.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, floors, walls, coolers, and freezers.
• Dishwashing and line cooking under chef supervision.
• Plate dishes per chef specifications and assist with banquet plate-ups.
• Expedite service and coordinate kitchen-to-dining room flow.
• Assist guest chefs with demonstrations and presentations.
• Communicate kitchen orders clearly and work efficiently under pressure.
• Restock dishes, utensils, and maintain organized kitchen areas.
• Follow all safety and sanitary procedures; ensure uniform and grooming standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Kitchen prep

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Luminary Hotel & Co is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen operations across all F&B outlets. You’ll assist the Executive Chef with staff scheduling, food preparation, plating, and maintaining Marriott Autograph Collection standards.

The role demands at least 2 years in a restaurant setting, excellent customer service, and strong communication. You will work in a fast-paced environment, uphold safety standards, and contribute to guest satisfaction.