Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Lexington
Lexington, KY

Seeking Culinary Mastermind Ready to Elevate Guest Experience

Compensation: Com

Who this job will appeal to

A  seasoned culinary professional looking for an Excellent place to grow!

What you will be doing

In this role, you will be responsible for administering, planning, preparation, production and control of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service. You will direct and oversee all culinary operations, to include, but not limited to, production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulations, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability. Work with Director of Food and Beverage to create and implement new menus and individual menu items based on current trends and regional tastes. Interact with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, evaluate trends, address issues and make improvements accordingly. Perform general management duties including, but not limited to, systems management, budget and forecasting, report generation, department management and meeting participation. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol standards.

Requirements

Requirements include basic reading, writing and math skills with some laundry experience preferred.  You may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. This job requires ability to perform the following:regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently standing up and moving about the work area, frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility, frequently bending, stooping and kneeling, frequently working in areas of high temperatures around heavy equipment.

Education & Experience

Two year certificate from college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Three (3) or more years of experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef at a comparable hotel envirnment

Banquet/Catering experience required

Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively lead, motivate and develop others

Our Associates Love

  • Amazing opportunities for career advancement across HVMG
  • Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
  • Up to 40% earned wages paid BEFORE payday with PayActive
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Full Healthcare Benefits (including medical, dental, and vision coverage)
  • 401k Retirement Plan with a guaranteed 4% match and no vesting
  • Hotel and Food and Beverage Discounts and Perks

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.  

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Lexington

155 Room All Suite

Our Hotel

Our hotel matches French Quarter style with Kentucky hospitality in a contemporary and comfortable hotel. Located minutes from the University of Kentucky and Kentucky Horse Park, the hotel is comprised of two-room suites. As an associate, you will appreciate the attractive surroundings, engaged team, and smell of warm cookies.

Our Guests Love    

Number of Rooms: 155
Event Space Square Footage: 4,624
Dining: Angie's Restaurant + Gazebo Lounge
Amenities: Outdoor pool and fitness center
Points of Interest: University of Kentucky and Kentucky Horse Park

Our Associates Love

  • Amazing opportunities for career advancement across HVMG
  • Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
  • Up to 40% earned wages paid BEFORE payday with PayActive
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Full Healthcare Benefits (including medical, dental, and vision coverage)
  • 401k Retirement Plan with a guaranteed 4% match and no vesting
  • Hotel and Food & Beverage Discounts and Perks

Careers at HVMG

HVMG is a successful and experienced hotel management company. Over the 20 years since our founding, we've worked with more than 100 hotels in 23 states, from premium branded properties to independent boutiques and resorts.

We are consistently listed among the top management companies in the hotel business, have won multiple Top Workplace awards, and most importantly, are obsessed with putting our associates first.

Our Be Excellent culture is more than just words on a website -- we live and breathe it. As one associate said in an anonymous survey, "This is the best management company I've ever worked for. They walk the talk from the corporate office to the field."

We believe that the hotel business is one of the few industries in which successful career paths can start anywhere on the org chart. You control your destiny, and, if our executives are any indication, today's dishwasher can be tomorrow's Senior Vice President.

HVMG participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.