Sous Chef

Description

The Doubletree Colorado Springs is searching for an experienced and talented SOUS CHEF to join its culinary team.

Responsibilities
• Train, supervise, and work with culinary staff to prepare, cook, and present food according to hotel standard recipes in order to create quality food products.
• Assign, in detail, specific duties to all employees under supervision for efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff in the proper preparation of menu items.
• Schedule culinary staff so that proper coverage is maintained while keeping payroll costs in line.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature-setting), and rotation of food products so as to comply with Health Department regulations.
• Adhere to control procedures for cost and quality.
• The sous chef will report to the Executive Chef.

Qualifications
• Previous sous chef experience is required - a minimum of two years.
• Culinary degree is preferred. Experience in a full-service hotel with significant meeting space is also preferred.
• The ability to effectively lead and direct the work of others while under time constraints is required.
• This is an excellent opportunity to work with a team of culinary professionals in a high-volume, positive, and creative environment.
• We offer a great salary/benefits package along with many opportunities for career advancement.