We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.
 

Role: Executive Sous Chef

Reports to: Executive Chef/F&B Director

Location: Epicurean Atlanta Hotel

About Epicurean Atlanta Hotel

Welcome to the Epicurean Atlanta Hotel, a paradise for food lovers. Our passionate culinary team, led by our talented Executive Chef, works tirelessly to create dishes that are not only delicious but also visually stunning. We take great pride in using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to ensure the highest quality of our dishes.

At our hotel, we believe that indulging in the pleasures of life is the ultimate tribute to it. We invite you to join us and experience all the flavors that life has to offer. If you share our passion, we would love to cook with you and add your special ingredients to our recipe.

Overview of the role 

The Executive Sous Chef leads the Culinary Team in hotel banquets and in our three signature restaurants. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food production, maintaining food safety standards, and supporting the Executive Chef in menu development, staff management, and controlling food and labor cost.  This role requires strong leadership, creativity, organization & administrative skills, and the ability to maintain consistency in culinary excellence.

What you have 

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• Five (5) years of culinary leadership experience, preferably in a high-volume or fine-dining establishment.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in kitchen operations, food costing, and labor management.

• Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

• Creativity in menu development and food presentation.

• SERV Safe Management certification or equivalent preferred.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What you’ll do 

Culinary Operations & Food Quality

• Assist the Executive Chef in developing and executing menus, ensuring innovative and high-quality dishes.

• Supervise food preparation and presentation to maintain consistency in taste, portioning, and aesthetics.

• Ensure all recipes and techniques are followed to uphold brand standards.

• Conduct regular food tastings and quality checks to maintain high culinary standards.

• Collaborate with the Banquet Chef to ensure all food standards are followed according to the hotel.

• Assistance the culinary team in the daily preparation of all banquet events and execution.

Kitchen Management & Leadership

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.

• Train, mentor, and develop culinary staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.

• Assist in scheduling and assigning duties to kitchen staff based on business needs.

• Act as the kitchen leads to the absence of the Executive Chef.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including HACCP and SERV Safe guidelines.

• Conduct routine inspections of kitchen workstations, equipment, and storage areas to uphold cleanliness standards.

• Train staff on proper food handling, storage, and safety procedures.

Financial & Inventory Management

• Manage food costs, portion control, and minimize waste.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and purchasing team to source quality ingredients within budget.

• Conduct monthly inventory checks and assist in ordering supplies as needed.

Collaboration & Guest Experience

• Work closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.

• Engage with guests when necessary to gather feedback and ensure special dietary needs are met.

• Participate in menu planning for special events, private dining, and seasonal offerings.

• Assist with other duties as assigned by management.

• Attending BEO’s meeting, Pre-Con, Resume, Labor meeting and all necessary Meetings.

Physical Demand