Junior Sous Chef, Luxury Hotel Kitchen
Overview
As the Junior Sous Chef at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, you will own the daily kitchen operations for a high-volume culinary team, directly supporting the Chef de Cuisine in delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will oversee a brigade of cooks, drive menu execution, and ensure every plate meets the standards of a luxury property. Partnering with front-of-house and housekeeping, you will keep service seamless. This role blends hands-on cooking with leadership and operational ownership, all within an award-winning hotel setting that values talent development.
What You'll Do8
- 1Assist the Chef de Cuisine in menu planning and recipe development, ensuring seasonal and cost-effective offerings.
- 2Oversee daily kitchen operations, including staff scheduling, training, and performance management for a high-volume kitchen.
- 3Enforce food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- 4Prepare and cook dishes to specification, upholding presentation and quality standards during peak service.
- 5Mentor junior cooks through hands-on coaching and skill-building sessions.
- 6Manage inventory levels and place supply orders to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
- 7Collaborate with front-of-house and housekeeping teams to coordinate timing and ensure guest satisfaction.
- 8Implement cost control measures to maintain target food and labor costs.
Requirements8
- 12+ years as a Jr. Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
- 2Strong culinary skills with mastery of various cooking techniques.
- 3Proven leadership ability, including training and performance management.
- 4Ability to make quick decisions and prioritize tasks during peak service.
- 5Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
- 6Excellent communication skills for cross-departmental coordination.
- 7Food Safety Certification required.
- 8Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
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