Waikiki Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Culinary Excellence

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hawaii seeks an experienced Sous Chef to manage and lead kitchen operations in the cafe, reporting to the Kitchen Manager and Executive Chef. You will ensure culinary standards are met, food is prepared correctly, and service is fast while upholding brand values.

You will support the senior leadership in training hourly staff, driving efficiency, and maintaining highest health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in the hospitality industry including restaurant culinary.
• Possess all local food management and safety skills.
• Ability to learn and bring 'out of the box' ideas to their team.
• Genuine enthusiasm and aptitude for food.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of business acumen and common sense.
• Demonstrates strong problem solving skills through ability to diagnose and implement solutions.
• Must possess strong communication and listening skills, excellent speaking, reading and writing.
• Comprehend and use technical language to communicate complex ideas.
• Ability to effectively pitch and present information in one-on-one and group situations to media, customers, clients, partners and other employees of the organization.
• Multiple language abilities a plus, fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist in the preparation and design of all food orders.
• Maintain the highest standards of brand, local health, safety, and food preparation hygiene.
• Support the team in consistent execution of all systems and processes to deliver products and services to brand.
• Help build a highly functional hourly team with a shared vision and values.
• Foster an environment of customer service where the guest is the priority.
• Execute established food standards for guest satisfaction that meet or exceed brand.
• Ensure hygiene and food handling practices to deliver optimal quality of product.
• Support staff development and advancement along well-defined career paths.
• Fill in for the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager when necessary.
• Pursue personal and professional growth.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Multilingual a plus

English fluency

Problem solving

Team leadership

Adaptability

Job description

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hawaii seeks an experienced Sous Chef to manage and lead kitchen operations in the cafe, reporting to the Kitchen Manager and Executive Chef. You will ensure culinary standards are met, food is prepared correctly, and service is fast while upholding brand values.

You will support the senior leadership in training hourly staff, driving efficiency, and maintaining highest health and safety standards.