Sous Chef

SOUS CHEF

Reports To: Executive Chef                                      Department: Kitchen

Classification: Full Time                                          Division: Hotel Food & Beverage

JOB SUMMARY:

The total salary range for this position is $52,000-$65,000.  The Sous Chef is responsible for the successful operation of the kitchen in the Moody Gardens Hotel, thus contribution to the overall success of Moody Gardens. Sous Chef will be responsible for leading banquet food production and outlets to include Cafe in the Park and Moody Brews. Experience in Garde Manger is highly desirable. 

POSITION AUTHORITY:

The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below.

POSITION GUIDELINES:

Position guidelines include, but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives.  The incumbent is expected to exercise sound, reasonable judgment and initiative, and give high priority to accuracy and details in the performance of job responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate all food production needs and food presentation operations for the Banquets
• Ensure the production of high quality food for the Banquets as well as all other food outlets of Moody Gardens
• Maintain a high quality image through effective housekeeping, maintenance, and sanitation in areas of responsibility
• Maintain and evaluate existing food concepts and the development of creative new food concepts which ensure the highest quality food and profitability
• Operate within the budgeted guidelines, and maintain food cost percentages
• Orienting new employees for which you are in charge and coordinate internal training and developmental programs when appropriate
• Implement and support control procedures within the department
• Staff kitchen to meet kitchen responsibilities
• Ensure good safety practices of kitchen employees and assist in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures
• Operate in compliance with all Local, State, and Federal laws and government regulations
• Assist Executive Chef with kitchen operations and Banquets
• Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
• Any and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens
• Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
• Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years of experience in a similar position
• 2-year minimum in leadership role overseeing minimum of 5 people. 
• Ability to obtain any government required license or certificates
• CPR certification or First Aid training preferred
• Must obtain TABC & Food Handlers Certification prior to beginning work

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must be reliable and responsible
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred
• Ability to read, listen, and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
• Basic math skills to understand measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes
• Ability to operate kitchen appliances such as stoves, ovens, mixers, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges
• Able to work Mornings, Swing, Nights, Holidays, and Weekends

Benefits 

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• Vision and Dental 
• 10 Day PTO 
• Paid time off
• Discounts at Moody Gardens Resort 

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years of experience in a similar position
Ability to obtain any government required license or certificates
CPR certification or First Aid training preferred
Must obtain TABC & Food Handlers Certification prior to beginning work