Sous Chef Job at Four Seasons (Westlake Village)

Job Description

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village is seeking a Sous Chef with a passion for culinary excellence and inspiring others. This role requires a creative individual with exceptional presentation skills, capable of crafting beautifully executed and flavorful dishes. As a leader, the Sous Chef will motivate and guide a talented team, fostering collaboration and a commitment to delivering extraordinary dining experiences.

Job Responsibility

Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the Kitchen's food production area to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met
Assist in the planning and development of recipes, and ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration
Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control
Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Four Seasons, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality
Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments

Requirements

College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required
Three to five years previous experience in a culinary/food & beverage line position, or one to two years in a supervisory or assistant manager position
Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems
Requires the ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools
Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language
Successful candidate must possess legal work authorization in the United States

What we offer

Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
401K Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Investment in your Wellbeing
Life Insurance
Complimentary Room nights and discounted rates
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Free meals and on-site parking
Training programs, tuition reimbursement
Growth & Development opportunities

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