Sous Chef - Battle Creek, United States - DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek

Description

Job Description

6PM Hospitality is seeking a positive, forward-thinking individual to join our team at the newly-renovated DoubleTree by Hilton in Battle Creek, MI. 6PM Hospitality consists of a team of hospitality experts who draw upon decades of experience to make everything from the front desk to the back office achieve a standard of excellence. We partner with property owners, brands, investors and financial institutions to transform short stays into unforgettable experiences, and turn investments into solid returns. Come be a part of our excellence driven team

Position Summary:

The Sous Chef assists the Chef in overseeing the kitchen, operations, ensuring the preparation, presentations, and delivery of high-quality dishes for Windward, The Beach Bar, and Meeting & Events. This position is responsible for maintaining kitchen efficiency, managing staff, and contributing to menu development, while following 6PM Hospitality Partner's Core Values, 6PM Hospitality Partner's and Hilton standards, and local health department standards.

Essential Functions

Kitchen Management

Collaborate with the Chef to plan and execute menus

Supervise and coordinate the work of the kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations

Oversee food preparations, cooking, and presentation to meet established standards.

Ensure proper staffing levels for maximum productivity and highest standards of quality while controlling food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.

Staff Supervision

Train and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring they adhere to recipes and cooking techniques.

Delegate tasks and responsibilities to kitchen personnel.

Lead, manage, and hold Team Members accountable to the standards of employment and job performance set by the core values of 6PM Hospitality Partners. Discipline Team Members as needed, according to 6PM Hospitality Partners policies

Quality Control

Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation

Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Monitor and control food costs, minimizing waste and optimizing kitchen resources

Establish and maintain a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.

Menu Development

Collaborate with the Chef on menu planning and development

Contribute creative ideas for new dishes, taking into account seasonal ingredients and customer preferences

Ordering and Inventory

Assist in managing kitchen inventory and ordering supplies

Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste

Maintain security of the kitchen and its equipment and establish controls to minimize food and supply waste

Adhere to Standards

Ensure that the kitchen operates in accordance with company policies, procedures, and standards.

Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Assist in implement safety procedures according to OSHA and 6PM Hospitality Partners standards

Inspect shift ending clean up on a daily basis and hold team members accountable

Operate food production equipment according to manufacturer's instructions

Problem Solving

Address and resolve kitchen-related issues promptly

Adapt to changing circumstances and make real-tie decisions to maintain kitchen efficiency

Other Functions

Report to work in uniform, presented neat and clean

Greet all guests in a friendly, positive manner. Ask questions of guests and make personal connections to make them feel they are welcome and valued

Anticipate and meet the needs and expectations of our guests, then go one step further

Interview, hire and evaluate performance of all BOH staff according to 6PM Hospitality Partner's guidelines at the discretion of the Chef.

Attend scheduled department meetings

Assist other departments as needed

Maintain open lines of communication between all departments within the hotel

Ensure BOH kitchen shifts are always covered, including weekends, holidays, call-ins, vacations, etc. making it fair for all Team Members and ensuring all job duties are covered

Follow all 6PM Hospitality Partners, LLC processes

Exhibit regular and recurrent attendance records

Other duties as requested by management

Position Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge: Requires ability to interpret / extract information and / or perform arithmetic functions. May require typing, record keeping, or word processing. Good communication skills

Formal Education and Job-Related Experience: This position requires a minimum formal education of an associate's degree, related certificate or equivalent related experience. Five years of management job-related experience required.

License, Registration, and/or Certification Required: ServSafe, Food and Allergan.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Stress Load: Regular exposure to stresses

Workload Fluctuation: The workload required to perform this job requires ability to adapt to change

Manual Skills: Some portions (10 – 50%) of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operations

Physical Effort: Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve prolonged standing, transporting material or equipment, or lifting, moving, or carrying heavy (over 30 pounds) materials for intermittent periods throughout the day

Physical Environment: Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or temperature / weather extremes. Working surfaces may be un-level, slippery, or unstable

Work Schedule: Work regularly requires or varies between afternoon, evening, night, holiday, and/or weekend assignments. Schedule varies according to business demands and needs.

Occupational Risks: Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve occupational risk, such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, injuries from falls, or back injury sustained with assisting in moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials

Ergonomics Risks: Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve ergonomic risk, such as regular repetitive tasks, forceful or prolonged exertions of the hands, vibration, cold temperatures, and heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, or carrying of heavy objects, poor body mechanics, restrictive workstations, or awkward postures

Safety: Responsible for adhering to all safety policies and procedures of 6PM Hospitality Partners.

Apply today to be an authentic part of the excellence achieved at 6PM Hospitality