Sous Chef - Banquet Sous Chef - Gecko Hospitality

Position: Sous Chef – Senior Sous Chef – Banquet Sous Chef

Are you a culinary genius looking to take your career to the next level? We're searching for a Senior Sous Chef to join our client’s esteemed Hotel in Reston, VA. Our client is innovative, service-oriented, and values respect and inclusion. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a passion for cooking and wants to be part of a successful culinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist senior leadership by taking on basic management responsibilities
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items
• Develop creative menu items that align with the brand's standards
• Plan, coordinate & execute special events & holiday functions
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching & evaluating
• Lead & coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service & employee satisfaction results
• Monitor food production & quality daily

Experience Requirements:

• Hotel/lodging experience preferred.
• Comprehensive skills & knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Experience with Banquets; high-quality, high-volume environments
• Strong leadership, communication, organization & relationship skills
• Experience with training, basic financial management, and customer service
• Proficiency in general computer use
• A genuine desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment

Education Requirements: Culinary education or on-the-job training;

Benefits: Medical/Dental after 30 Days of Service; 401K Match after 1 Year (up to 4% Salary).

Employment Type: Full Time, Salary; typically, 5 days on, 2 days off.

To learn more about this Senior Sous Chef job opening please submit an application and current resume today!

Email andyb@geckohospitality.com for immediate consideration.