Sous Chef | Outlets

Omni Hotels & Resorts - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Accommodation

About the position

The Outlets Sous Chef at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa plays a crucial role in supporting the Chef de Cuisine by ensuring smooth kitchen operations and maintaining high food quality standards. This position involves supervising food preparation, managing inventory, training staff, and fostering a positive work environment, all while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food preparation and presentation by line cooks and garde manger personnel, ensuring adherence to established recipes and standards.
• Conduct regular quality checks on plating and food presentation across all outlets.
• Manage requisition and ordering processes for ingredients and supplies from storerooms and stewarding.
• Maintain proper sanitation practices, ensuring kitchen cleanliness and organization meet Health Department standards.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring adequate stock of all necessary products and optimal storage for quality preservation.
• Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine to establish, update, and enforce standardized recipes.
• Train staff on menu items, including ingredients, preparation techniques, and flavor profiles.
• Conduct regular staff training sessions on safety procedures, loss prevention policies, and operational best practices.
• Foster employee growth and interdepartmental teamwork, championing a culture of respect and development.
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding culinary associates.
• Provide coaching and counseling to staff, ensuring performance evaluations are completed effectively and on time.
• Develop staffing schedules to balance operational needs, financial objectives, and employee satisfaction.
• Lead daily stand-up meetings, facilitating clear communication and alignment on goals.
• Ensure compliance with Omni Standards, including documentation for new hire training, orientation, and uniform issuance.
• Conduct routine inspections of kitchen equipment, reporting malfunctions promptly.
• Support financial objectives by managing payroll, monitoring schedules, and controlling operational costs.
• Facilitate monthly OST (Operational Safety Training) meetings, ensuring agenda preparation and execution with documented minutes.
• Ensure culinary offerings consistently meet guest expectations through high-quality preparation and presentation.
• Stay abreast of food trends and culinary innovations to enhance menu offerings and guest satisfaction.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management, contributing to the overall success of the culinary department.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of culinary leadership experience in high-volume, full-service kitchens, preferably within a hotel environment.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a culinary team.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Creative thinker with knowledge of emerging food trends and concepts.
• Proficient in computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Kronos, and OnTrack.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, payroll, and scheduling.
• College degree or culinary certification preferred.
• Texas Food Handler/Serve Safe Food Manager certification required.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry moderate weights.
• Capable of walking and standing for extended periods with frequent bending and twisting.
• Proficiency in using culinary tools and equipment, including knives and commercial appliances.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Knowledge of local and seasonal ingredients.
• Ability to create innovative menu items.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and mentoring programs.
• Dynamic and exciting work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Employee discounts on hotel stays and dining.