Sous Chef - Full Time

We are seeking a dynamic, professional Sous Chef to join our team at Garden Grille & Bar at Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. This is a Full Time position located in Auburn, ME. This role requires individuals who are detail-oriented, proactive, experienced in a high volume restaurant, and committed to upholding our high standards of guest satisfaction, cleanliness, and service.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, professional Sous Chef to join our team at Garden Grille & Bar at Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. This is a Full Time position located in Auburn, ME. This role requires individuals who are detail-oriented, proactive, experienced in a high volume restaurant, and committed to upholding our high standards of guest satisfaction, cleanliness, and service.

Work Performed

We are seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team at Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. As a key member of our culinary team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our high-volume restaurant. The ideal candidate is a passionate and skilled chef with a proven track record in a fast-paced kitchen environment and upholds kitchen standards.

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating
• Assist the Executive Chef in managing the kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef in developing new menu items and seasonal specials
• Assist in menu planning and costing
• Manage inventory levels and place orders for supplies and ingredients
• Conduct regular inventory counts and analyze food costs
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to achieve operational goals
• Provide training and development opportunities for staff members
• Resolve any staffing issues or conflicts promptly
• Assist in controlling food and labor costs
• Monitor and manage the kitchen budget
• Prepares food for banquets as specified by function contracts
• Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
• Assist any station as needed
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ of high volume restaurant experience in a related position
• Must be able to work onsite at the hotel location
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
• ServSafe Certification
• Hours required: Full time hours per week for various shifts
• Knowledge of kitchen and restaurant safety and emergency procedures
• Ability to work well with others (i.e. interacts appropriately with guests and staff)
• Ability to follow instructions, complete tasks safely and efficiently, and communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain speed in meal production while ensuring high quality food
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures and immediately report injuries to their manager or manager on duty
• Hours required: Full Time 32-40 hours per week for Morning (AM);Afternoon (PM);Evening;Must be flexible;Weekends/ Holidays
• Banquet Experience is a must Managing/Supervisory experience preferred Flexible schedule and open availability required
• Proficiency in the English language

Additional Preferred Skills/Qualities

• Culinary arts education preferred
• Second language is a plus, preferably Spanish or French

Compensation

$24 Hourly

Benefits

• Earned paid time off
• Employer-contribution medical/dental/vision insurance
• Optional life insurance
• Short term/Long term disability
• Optional 401k with employer match
• Employee discounts at participating hotels
• Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
• Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
• Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
• Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies

How To Apply

Apply HERE. Applications submitted by any other channel will not be considered.

About Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

We're next to the Androscoggin River, and some rooms have views of the Great Falls. Take a stroll along the Auburn Riverwalk. Downtown is a quick walk over the North Bridge, and Bates College is a five-minute drive. Our Garden Grille & Bar serves breakfast and dinner, and the Pavilion Pantry is open 24 hours for drinks and snacks

About Giri Hotels

Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.

We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.

You are right for the team if you are:

• Happy – nice to be around and friendly
• Humble – willing to learn
• Helpful – team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive

Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.

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Giri Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.