Senior Sous Chef

Company Description

We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join the re-opening of the famed Delano Miami Beach.

Set to open its doors in 2025, Delano Miami Beach will fuse historic charm with contemporary luxury, reflecting a reimagined experience that pays homage to the original visionary concept. Comprising 170 rooms and distinct food and beverage concepts, the hotel will preserve its iconic walk-in pool and, in addition, unveil a new pool on an amenity deck, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. Delano Miami Beach will act as the brand's flagship location, re-establishing Delano as a trailblazer in luxury lifestyle hospitality. Ennismore, in partnership with Cain International (the owners of Delano Miami Beach as well as partner in the Delano brand), are currently undertaking a significant renovation and redevelopment of the iconic Delano hotel with an aim to open its doors again ahead of the 2025 winter high season.

Job Description

• Manage a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality food production.
• Assist the Chef de Cuisine with staff scheduling, timekeeping, and payroll management to ensure efficient labor operations.
• Support recruitment efforts and help maintain strong, effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Assist in the procurement of food and kitchen supplies, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and standards, maintaining consistency and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies as needed, and manage food costs to maintain budgetary guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Maintain communication with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate delivery of orders.
• Handle guest feedback and concerns regarding food quality or service, addressing issues promptly.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of dishes, ensuring consistency and high-quality standards.
• Participate in staff evaluations, providing constructive feedback to encourage professional growth.
• Manage kitchen equipment and ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness.
• Implement and enforce health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections to identify and rectify potential hazards.
• We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.
• We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to, on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum three to five years of experience in Culinary Department.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older
• Must have strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and energize a diverse team of culinary professionals
• Must have excellent organizational skills, ability to function under time constraints, expedite and meet deadlines with attention to detail
• Must be able to work in a fast- paced, customer service driven environment
• Current experience in the hospitality industry in a kitchen
• Active in furthering of his/her own culinary development
• Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation with a proven track record of living the company's values
• An intermediate to proficient understanding of Computer systems such as: Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is preferred
• Enter and locate work related information using computers and/or point of sale systems
• Ability to spend extended lengths of time viewing a computer screen
• Possess a gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high level attention to detail
• Maintain positive and
• Must be able observant and quick to respond to various situations productive working relationships with other employees and departments
• Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific department uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you by your supervisor.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.