Executive Sous Chef

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Come and experience the Colorado lifestyle in the heart of the Rockies. Access to world class year-round outdoor lifestyle activities right in your backyard with a quick drive to Denver to stay current with live music, sports and cultural events. Eagle airport is in close proximity with flights to major cities to explore new locations through discounted hotel benefits. Join a team of inclusive, caring, and exceptional colleagues that are happy to invest in your development through best-in-class trainings to reach your potential. A place where you can give back to the community by taking part in our multiple initiatives with local neighborhood organizations that support regional and global causes. Gain exposure through opportunities to task force during low season with a broad network of Four Seasons colleagues to expand your knowledge and resources. We strive to provide a workplace where you can elevate your craft, advance your career, have an active lifestyle, and feel engaged with your team members and the community.

Executive Sous Chef 

About the role: 

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef, and is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, including staff management, menu planning, cost control, and maintaining food quality and sanitation standards. This role supports strategic planning, ensures compliance with health regulations, manages inventory and purchasing, and helps drive profitability through effective leadership and operational efficiency. 

What you will do: 

• Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the Culinary department 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, and foster awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.    

• Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met, coordinate tastings and pre-shift meetings with employees, attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments and interact directly with guests. 

• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.