Job Description

Hilton College Station

The Hilton College Station stands tall in the heart of Aggieland in College Station, TX. Located just minutes from Texas A&M, the hotel offers 301 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites. Enjoy views of the area or the newly designed outdoor pool & cabanas. Not only has the hotel undergone an extensive, multi-million-dollar renovation, it also offers two one-of-a-kind experiences in the area. An exciting, on-site challenge course offers innovative and inspirational team building that will change a standard meeting into a meaningful experience that will be remembered long after departing. Reveille is the newest and hottest rooftop bar that is taking College Station by storm. Situated on the top floor of the hotel, Reveille offers an incredible selection of beer, wine and craft cocktails, while offering guests unparalleled 360-degree views of the beautiful Brazos Valley. Ignite restaurant offers guests breakfast, lunch and dinner and the caf serves Starbucks coffee drinks and a variety of pastries, light bites and beverages.

For those seeking an elevated meeting and event experience, the Hilton College Station is the clear choice. Offering over 27,000 sf of IACC Certified event space, including an 11,000 sf ballroom and a 3,500 sf amphitheater, the Hilton College Station can accommodate a wide variety of events up to 1,400 attendees. The dedicated team of event planners will help design the perfect agenda.

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love of Texas life, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let's talk!

The Role

Position: Sous Chef/ Kitchen Manager

Reports To: Executive Chef, Director, Food & Beverage

Company Overview

Valor Hospitality is a leading hotel management company that is a trend setter in the hospitality market. The company is recognized by owners, investors, developers, and guests as an innovative partner to drive revenue and increase profits.

We believe that the highest form of compliment is respect for each associate, both as an individual and as a valued part of our organization. We will do our best to encourage communication, and we will listen with an open mind to new ideas. Furthermore, we are dedicated to implementing those ideas, which will result in a higher level of productivity and professionalism. In addition, we are committed to you, and your career advancement and we will provide you the opportunity to be successful.

Position Profile

Manage the kitchen staff in the daily production, preparation and presentation for all of the food & beverage outlets in a safe sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products.

Essential Job Function

1. Maintains restaurant kitchen staffing levels so as to provide for optimal performance of all duties.
2. Performs daily cooking line audits and prep tastings in all outlets.
3. Checks and approves all food items prepared and ensures all items are prepared in an attractive and appetizing manner.
4. Administers and ensures adherence to departmental guidelines, policies and procedures.
5. Responsible for smooth, efficient, cost-effective operation of food production activities, to include labor management, inventory control, use of product and adherence to all sanitation requirements.
6. Supervises/performs kitchen opening and closing operations.
7. Supervises/assists food handlers in the preparation and production of all hot and cold food items.
8. Ensures that all raw food ingredients are received and stored in the proper manner.
9. Supervises all aspects of food preparation and production, ensures that standardized recipes, plating and presentation guides, portion control and garnish requirements are adhered to at all times.
10. Organizes/assists food handlers in the performance of their duties as needed to ensure Valor standards for timely preparation/service of food cooked to order are met.
11. Monitors all food preparation, production, holding and storage operations to ensure adherence to all.
12. Governmental Food Service Sanitation standards.
13. Performs frequent inspections of all preparation and cooking equipment to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary and in perfect operating order.
14. Reports all equipment maintenance needs to Engineering and/or Kitchen Management.
15. Follows New Hire Training and onboarding program in accordance with hotel policy.
16. Communicates daily with department team members to obtain/provide current information regarding daily activities/functions and upcoming events.
17. Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Education: Two to four-year college degree or equivalent education/experience.

Experience: A minimum of five years' culinary experience in a related position. Hotel experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities: ACF certification as Sous Chef or culinary degree from recognized culinary institute and equivalent experience. Three to five years experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant. One plus years supervisory experience in quality food production, in an upscale hotel or freestanding restaurant. Excellent culinary skills and knowledge of food production techniques. Thorough knowledge and understanding of kitchen equipment use and operation. Ability to bend, stoop, stand, lift 35 pounds and push carts weighing up to 200 pounds. Outstanding leadership, management, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to speak, read and write English. Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

Benefits Package

• Competitive Salary
• Daily Pay!
• Team Member Hotel Discount Program
• Uniforms Provided for most positions
• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options
• Paid PTO beginning after ninety (90) days of employment
• 401k with employer match
• Team Member Awards and Recognition programs throughout the year
• Food and Beverage Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

To learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company, please visit Valor Hospitality.

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