Sous Chef - Peruvian Specialty

AccorHotel; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with a strong background in authentic Peruvian cuisine to support kitchen operations and ensure high-quality dishes. The ideal candidate will know Peruvian ingredients, techniques, and traditions while upholding hygiene and leadership standards. Experience with Opera or related systems is preferred.

Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus. This is an on-site role in Missouri, with opportunities for professional growth within the

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Peruvian ingredients, techniques and culinary traditions.
• Strong leadership and team management in a kitchen environment.
• Commitment to food quality, hygiene and guest satisfaction.
• Experience with menu development and presentation.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Consistently ensure professional, friendly and proactive guest service.
• Maintain consistency in food preparation for a la carte and buffet menus.
• Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues.
• Ensure all kitchen staff are aware of standards and expectations.
• Coordinate with Outlet Managers on guest feedback and communication.
• Oversee menu item knowledge, features and promotions.
• Interact with guests at tables and monitor operational needs.
• Ensure staffing, scheduling, and productivity guidelines are met.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of all work areas and equipment.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies in handling food and beverages.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Peruvian cuisine

Menu development

Food safety

Guest interaction

English fluency

Tools

Opera

Job description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef with a strong background in authentic Peruvian cuisine to support the kitchen operations and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality dishes. The ideal candidate should possess extensive knowledge of Peruvian ingredients, cooking techniques, and culinary traditions, while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and team leadership.

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte andor buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
• Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues
• Ensure all kitchen colleagues are aware of standards & expectations
• Liaise daily with Outlet Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Actively interact with guests at tables
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Experience is an asset
Prior experience working with Opera or a related system
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus