A Sous Chef hands on and actively involved in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Sous chefs fill in as leaders for the head chef, and get involved in preparing food like station chefs when needed.
Sous Chef Ayres Hotel Manhattan Beach/Hawthorne - 4.0 Hawthorne, CA Job Details Full-time $70,304 - $80,304 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Referral program Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Teamwork Expense management Cooking Team development Italian cuisine Training & development Sous chef experience Full Job Description Join Our Family-Oriented Team at Ayres Hotel Manhattan Beach/Hawthorne! Ayres Hotels of Southern California is a family-owned collection of hotels deeply committed to creating a handcrafted experience for our guests. Our core value, 'We Care About People,' guides our mission to provide exceptional service and support to both our guests and team members. Ayres Hotel Manhattan Beach/Hawthorne is seeking an exceptional Sous Chef. The ideal candidate values authenticity, creativity, and elevated service in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
Job Summary:
The Sous Chef customarily and regularly directs the work of two or more full time equivalent team members. The Sous Chefs are responsible for monitoring and evaluating team member performance and have primary responsibility for providing recommendations as to hiring, firing, promotion and other changes of status of team members within the Department. The Sous Chefs also customarily and regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in defining and achieving Department objectives and has primary responsibility for evaluating those objectives and making recommendations for changes to Department structure, management, and goals
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Work directly with Director of F&B to ensure daily, weekly and monthly fluidity and complete success of all aspects of the kitchen and F&B function Perform skillfully in multiple food & beverage outlet(s) with a wide variety of cuisines. Responsible for direct supervision of prep, line and lead line cooks. Incorporate local ingredients into cooking. Provide mentorship and support to the culinary team, demonstrating a creative and innovative approach to cooking. Provide team members with continuous culinary training and development opportunities Oversee aspects of kitchen management including: Controlling costs, Maintaining par and inventory levels, Submitting purchase orders Assimilate and assist with banquet event orders; including organization, daily, weekly, ordering and pre-event infrastructure Complete necessary purchase orders, conduct inventory. Weekly scheduling and labor management Assist with weekly kitchen schedules based on occupancy, events and general business levels Proficiency with propel and daily monitoring and adjusting Maintain guest confidentiality. Knowledge, understanding, and adherence to Company Core Values and Mission Statement. Responsible for working in a safe and conscientious manner Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
Benefits:
We believe in taking care of our team! After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following: Health Insurance - Medical and Dental Coverage Options Basic Life and AD&D Insurance at no charge if enrolled in Medical Plan Vision Discount Plan if enrolled in Dental Coverage Flexible Spending Account 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match Travel Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Hotel guest room discounts Entertainment discount program Holiday pay Vacation pay Paid sick leave Incentives Plus, more! Ayres Hotel Manhattan Beach/Hawthorne| 14400 Hindry Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250| 310-536-0400 Ayres offers competitive wages and growth opportunities! For a complete list of employment opportunities visit us at www.ayreshotels.com Empleador de Igualdad de Oportunidades | Equal Opportunity Employer We Care About People | We Value Teamwork |
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Full-time Pay:
$70,304.00 - $80,304.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan