Sous Chef - Waynesville, United States - Waynesville Inn & Golf, Tapestry by Hilton

Description

Job Description

Raines Co. - Your Future is Now

Position Summary: The Sous Chef is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all aspects of the hotel's food production, while maintaining profitable food and beverage operations and high quality products and service levels.

We offer Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, a generous PTO program, points based bonus, daily pay, an Employee Referral bonus program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.

Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world's leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for organizing directing supervising and assisting in the preparation and service of all food based on standardized recipes for all outlets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product
• Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchens service stations, work and storage areas, while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio
• Plans meals and service while directing and guiding the kitchen staff with various assignments i.e. pricing, banquets etc.
• Responsible for providing oversight of the kitchen staff, outlets, banquet food, display merchandising, and operations of the department as required.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary
• Effective at listening to understanding, clarifying, and resolving the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests
• Have the ability to analyze forecast data and make judgments to ensure proper payroll and production control
• Knowledge and experience with forecasting budgeting labor management and purchasing to ensure maximum productivity
• Knowledgeable and aware of local competition and industry trends

Qualifications

• Holds and maintains applicable certification requirements for position to include: Food Handler, ServSafe, and any required certifications
• Minimum four years of progressive experience in hotels, restaurants or related fields or a bachelor's degree and two years of related experience or an associates degree and three years of related experience
• Kitchen proficiency and culinary training and experience
• Supervisory experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar computer applications
• Prior Sous Chef or Lead Chef experience preferred
• Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies (ServSafe Certification) preferred
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation and the ability to run off-property errands with minimal notice
• Must speak English fluently
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Mathematical skills include basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages and variances. Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are often used
• Ability to effectively multi-task

Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-employment background check required.