Sous Chef - Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort

The Westin Jekyll Island; Saint Simons (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort seeks a passionate Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced resort setting. You will supervise daily kitchen activities, partner with the Executive Chef, and ensure exceptional dining experiences for guests across outlets and events.

Responsibilities include maintaining food quality, controlling costs, training staff, and upholding ServSafe and Health Department standards. A strong focus on teamwork and guest satisfaction is essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressive F&B experience in a hotel or resort.
• Supervisory or culinary leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with the preparation of all food items for restaurants, banquets, and events.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards for quality, consistency, presentation, and cost.
• Lead and delegate tasks to kitchen team to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Support the Executive Chef in daily culinary operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen per health standards.
• Monitor food quality, inventory, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Assist with scheduling, training, and coaching of culinary staff.
• Ensure compliance with ServSafe standards and Health Department regulations.
• Oversee production for meals and catered events with consistent execution.
• Assist in menu prep, recipe consistency, and kitchen organization.
• Foster teamwork focused on guest satisfaction and Westin brand standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Quality control

Job description

The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort is a 200-room luxury oceanfront resort located in the heart of Jekyll Island's scenic Beach Village district. Our upscale property blends serene coastal ambiance with modern comfort, making it a standout choice for beach vacations, family retreats, weddings, and business events. Guests enjoy a relaxed yet refined experience with easy access to both natural attractions and local activities. We have recently renovated all areas of the property to further reflect our coastal setting and enhance guest comfort.

Operated by the Northview Hotel Group Jekyll Hotel Operator LLC, our team is committed to providing exceptional service and empowering associates to create memorable guest experiences.

Make a Difference as Our Sous Chef

The Sous Chef is a key member of our culinary leadership team, responsible for supervising daily kitchen operations while ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation across all dining outlets. This position works closely with the Executive Chef to lead the culinary team, maintain operational excellence, and deliver outstanding dining experiences for our guests.

The Sous Chef oversees food preparation for breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquets, weddings, and special events while ensuring food safety standards, controlling costs, minimizing waste, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.

What You Will Do As Our Sous Chef

• Supervise and assist with the preparation of all food items for restaurants, banquets, and special events.
• Ensure every dish meets the highest standards for quality, consistency, presentation, taste, and food cost.
• Lead and delegate responsibilities to kitchen team members to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Support the Executive Chef in the daily operation of the culinary department.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in accordance with health and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food quality, inventory levels, portion control, and waste reduction to optimize food cost.
• Assist with scheduling, training, coaching, and developing culinary team members.
• Ensure compliance with ServSafe standards, Health Department regulations, and food safety procedures.
• Oversee production for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catered events while maintaining consistent execution.
• Assist in menu preparation, recipe consistency, and kitchen organization.
• Foster a collaborative team environment focused on exceptional guest satisfaction.
• Display leadership in guest hospitality while supporting Northview's Service Standards and Westin Brand Standards.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced resort environment and enjoys leading a team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. They possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to culinary excellence.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive Food & Beverage experience in a hotel, resort, or related hospitality environment.
• Previous supervisory or culinary leadership experience preferred.