Sous Chef

Who you will be working for:

Our Town Hospitality is looking for a qualified candidate to join the team as the Sous Chef at Hyatt Centric Arlington. The Sous Chef is responsible for assuring the day-to-day operation and production for the kitchen and the food and beverage team. Including, the responsibility that the team is meeting Our Town Hospitality's and Hyatt standards of service and quality. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Three years culinary experience. Hotel/Resort preferred

Supervisory experience preferred

Excellent communication skills.

What you will be doing:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervise the banquet kitchen and the preparation and presentation of foods by chefs, cooks and pantry personnel, overseeing that all the

 food items are prepared as determined by the Executive Chef.

Assist in the supervision and staffing for all kitchen areas.

Assist in maintaining an adequate supply of all food and non-food items

Assure that purchases are made using the specifications set by the Executive Chef

Inspect all F and B areas to ensure that the best sanitation possible is maintained and that all equipment is functioning properly.

Provide variety in menu preparation, within budgetary limitations.

Select recipes which offer a product that is tasteful and contains ingredients and portion sizes that will ensure that cost standards are being

 met.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for maintaining adequate training for kitchen personnel.

Inspect the portion sizes and taste qualities of all items to ensure they are being properly prepared.

Ensure that the kitchen is prepared to start service on a timely basis.

Ensure that orders received from servers are clearly communicated

Ensure that plates issued to servers are garnished properly and have good eye appeal.

Responsible for the sanitation of all food preparation and storage areas and equipment.

Ensure that the food served in the Hofmann Cafe is palatable, in abundant supply and varied; and that facility is maintained in a clean and

 orderly manner.

Constantly coordinate with room supervisors so that production is scheduled as reservations dictate.

Perform other related duties as requested by the Executive Chef.

Practice safety standards and report any unsafe conditions to the Executive Chef.

Responsible for care of equipment.

Remain alert, courteous and helpful to the guests at all times.

Benefits

We are committed to a comprehensive team member benefit program that helps our team members stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. As part of this commitment, we constantly strive to offer you a range of Benefit Plans to help you focus on improving and maintaining your health. 

•  Competitive Wages and Incentive Plan
•  On Demand Payment 
• Opportunities for Advancement 
•  Complimentary Meals  
•  Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
•  Flexible Spending Accounts
•  401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match 
•  Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick Days 
•  Eight (8) Paid Holidays 
•  OTH Hotels Resorts and Brand (if applicable) Hotels Discounts 
•  Life and AD&D Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 
•  Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 
•  Referral Bonus

Our Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate or retaliate against any employee or applicant in any manner prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws.