Sky High Sous Chef

Four Seasons Hotels Limited · United States

Sous ChefThe Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team. This role supports the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in leading the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation across all outlets. The Sous Chef plays a key role in driving culinary excellence by developing recipes, maintaining cost controls, and upholding Four Seasons standards for food safety, sanitation, and service.You will lead, coach, and motivate a team of culinary professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement while ensuring operational efficiency and an elevated guest experience.What you will do:Support kitchen operations, ensuring consistent preparation and presentation of all food itemsLead, coach, and develop culinary team members to uphold Four Seasons standardsAssist in menu planning, recipe development, and production executionMonitor food quality, portion control, and purchasing specificationsManage labor and food costs through scheduling, inventory, and efficient operationsEnsure compliance with sanitation, safety, and regulatory standardsCollaborate with leadership and other departments to support overall hotel operationsWhat you bring:Proven culinary experience in a professional kitchen (leadership experience preferred)Strong leadership, team development, and communication skillsSolid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operationsAbility to manage costs, inventory, and kitchen performanceWhat we offer:Competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits packageExcellent training and development opportunitiesComplimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsComplimentary dry cleaning for employee uniformsComplimentary employee mealsDiscounted medical, dental, and vision coverageParking and SEPTA accessCity fitness membershipSchedule & Hours:This is a full-time positionWe expect our Sous Chef to be flexible in working mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.