Sous Chef

South Congress Hotel
US - Texas - Austin
January 23, 2025

SOUTH CONGRESS HOTEL is hiring for a Sous Chef

The living room for the neighborhood, South Congress Hotel, is an 83-room boutique hotel designed to be a community activity hub. A place for travelers and locals alike, the hotel has three restaurants, a coffee + bakeshop, a rooftop pool, an award-winning Lobby Bar, and two retail spaces, in addition to a range of community events + programming open to all. All locally owned, all right at the doorstep of Austin's favorite street.

What you'll do:

Supervise and coordinate activities of all kitchen staff; instruct the team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of menu items
Inspect food preparation, storage, serving areas, and equipment to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices; ensure employees follow standards and regulations
Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation; verify quantity and quality of received products
Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients anticipated volume
Assist with estimating the amount and cost of required ingredients and supplies
Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costs
Ensure staff has a complete understanding of their job requirements and sufficient training before holding them accountable for results
Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure organizational and safety standards are met
Plan, direct and supervise the food preparation, purchasing, and cooking activities of multiple kitchens or outlets within the establishment
Follow inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct accurate inventory
Meet with guests to discuss menus for special events as needed
Record production and operational data on specified forms
Ensure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns and apply corrective measures when necessary
Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the outlet are met
Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition; arrange for equipment purchases and repairs as needed

Who you are:

You have a proven track record of managing teams and executing menus.
You have a solutions-oriented mindset and the confidence to make fast-paced decisions.
You believe that good hospitality is an experience, not just a transaction.
You are a leader; you're dedicated to developing your team and creating a holistic sense of mission.
You believe in learning and personal growth; you show up as a contributor, not a spectator.
You're excellent with time management and can function effectively in a dynamic environment.
You have a strong work ethic and the ability to work autonomously and with confidence.
A plus: You have 3+ years of related experience in the culinary industry.

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
Health, vision + dental benefits
401K matching
Paid holidays
Volunteer pay
Tuition reimbursement
Referral bonuses
Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

ABOUT NEW WATERLOO

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provides the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for this role.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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