Sous Chef

Montage International

$80K — $90K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year of culinary supervisory or management experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Ability to embrace and adapt to new technology
  • Knowledge of food concept implementation and menu development
  • Flexible schedule availability, including weekends and holidays
  • Luxury hotel experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Assist in daily kitchen operations and supervise staff
  • Implement cost control measures to enhance profitability
  • Prepare orders and maintain inventory for all menu items
  • Execute food production and plating efficiently
  • Maintain food and labor costs through effective scheduling and recipe costing
  • Oversee menu development alongside the head chef
  • Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards
  • Create memorable experiences for guests

Benefits

  • Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Discounted banking and investing programs
  • Fertility and family forming assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee discounts on hotel stays
  • Complimentary meals during shifts
  • Wellness and fitness program discounts
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning membership
  • Community engagement events for associates
Full Job Description
Sous Chef

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Montage Healdsburg, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you're not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You'll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Montage Healdsburg is more than a job; it's a way of life. Don't just imagine the possibility-join us.

Your Leadership

  • Assist with the daily operation of the kitchen including recruiting, hire, train, and supervision of cooks


  • Implement cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining service quality


  • Prepare and order all items for all menus, creates order sheets and inventory systems to always ensure proper stock levels


  • Execute all productions and plating in a timely manner


  • Assist in maintaining the overall food and labor cost thru recipe costing and scheduling standards


  • Oversee menu development with head Chef, culinary innovation, and food presentation, ensuring offerings are creative, on-trend, and aligned with guest preferences


  • Ensure the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies


  • Deliver on guests' expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments


  • Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs


About You

  • You are passionate about food and beverage operations


  • You are exceptional in leading a team


  • You are passionate about providing exceptional service and creating memorable moments


  • You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same


  • You are trustworthy and have integrity


Must Haves

  • A minimum of one year of culinary supervisory or management experience


  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills


  • Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook


  • Embrace Technology - continually learn, adapt and master to new operating system


  • Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus


  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays


  • Luxury hotel experience, a plus


You will Enjoy

  • DTO (Discretionary Time Off)


  • Healthcare benefits


  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts


  • 401 [k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option


  • Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees


  • Fertility & Family Forming Assistance


  • Parental leave pay differential


  • Pet Insurance


  • Hotel discounts


  • Free meals


  • Fitness & wellness discounts


  • LinkedIn Learning membership


  • Hearts of (insert brand)/Hearts of Pendry community engagement


  • Associate's events throughout the year


Physical Requirements

  • Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over


  • Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift


  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift


  • Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis


  • Ability to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F).


The pay scale* for this position is $80,000 to $90,000.

*The pay scale is the base salary wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.

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