What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef - The Embers Hotel position at Hay Creek Hotels?
Job Description
Hay Creek Hotels is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food service management and a commitment to excellence in food production. As the Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining a positive team environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, fine dining atmosphere and is eager to contribute to our restaurant's success.
Tucked in the quaint mountain town of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, The Embers Hotel offers 36 guest rooms and suites with full-service restaurant and al fresco dining patio. Managed by Hay Creek Hotels, this boutique hotel embodies a fireside retreat with 4-star service in an approachable, natural setting.
Full-time, year round position, $55,000 annually.
Job Summary
About Hay Creek Hotels
Founded in 2005, Hay Creek Hotels was created specifically to combine the intimacy of a boutique hotel with world-class cuisine, cutting-edge technology, unparalleled guest service and the exclusive amenities of a luxury inn. At Hay Creek Hotels, our passion is to pioneer superior service and inspire excitement within the small, independent hotel sector: to "Delight & Surprise" our guests every day. These values are driven by the idea that the best hotels and restaurants are the ones that draw on the spirit, culture and character of their locales. From meticulously renovated historic properties to exciting new-build hotels, we offer some of the most unique and interesting lodging and dining destinations in the United States. Our hotels and resorts are designed to reflect their respective neighborhoods and serve as good neighbors by participating in community events and causes. Through environmentally responsible design and day-to-day management, we adhere to best practices for sustainable operations at every location.
Bringing a hyper-local focus to the hotel dining experience, the restaurants in the Hay Creek Hotels collection form deep connections with respected local farms and providers. Our chefs seamlessly integrate their regions finest meats, seafood and produce with contemporary cooking styles and flavors. Each Hay Creek restaurant is distinguished by sophisticated yet casual ambiance and cuisine that delivers both comfort and surprise with each bite. We are not the average box hotel, and this is not the average dining experience. Dishes are created each night with the perfect balance of texture, flavor, and presentation. Farm-to-table food brings sensational seasonal menus with creative twists on old classics.
Our Core Values and Beliefs;
We promote and support a culture that Delights & Surprises each of our customers, associates, and business partners. Our Host Philosophy encourages each associate to develop the skills necessary to offer outstanding hospitality service outside the scope of their primary job responsibilities. Our Associate Promise is the commitment to truly listen to and communicate openly and honestly with all team members. We embrace Pride Of Ownership to create an, I can, I am, I own, empowered approach to everything we do. Partnering in our Local Community and respecting the environment we live in are beliefs we incorporate into daily operations.
To learn more, visit us at www.HayCreekHotels.com
Required Experience
Hay Creek Hotels is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food service management and a commitment to excellence in food production. As the Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining a positive team environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, fine dining atmosphere and is eager to contribute to our restaurant's success.
Tucked in the quaint mountain town of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, The Embers Hotel offers 36 guest rooms and suites with full-service restaurant and al fresco dining patio. Managed by Hay Creek Hotels, this boutique hotel embodies a fireside retreat with 4-star service in an approachable, natural setting.
Full-time, year round position, $55,000 annually.
Job Summary
- Support chef in creative, cost appropriate menu items based on market segments.
- Assist in the development and implementation of recipes and education of staff on appropriate execution and presentation of all dishes.
- Practice and lead staff in proper timing of foods.
- Practice effective food rotation, inventory management, par levels, and ordering/receiving.
- Creates a fun, energetic and team oriented working environment for entire staff.
- Assist Executive Chef in the control of labor management via strategic scheduling, overtime monitoring, and making daily staffing decisions.
- In addition to the regular execution of restaurant operations, also assist in the execution of special events, private parties, and banquets.
- Manages all health, sanitation, safety and security, laws, policies and procedures in all F&B departments/hotel.
- Insurance Benefit package including company-funded Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness plans*
- Free Life Insurance of $25K from HCH*
- Tax-free Flex Spending Accounts for Medical Costs and Daycare Costs*
- Competitive Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Holiday Pay, and Personal Birthday*
- Complimentary Staff Meals Daily
- Weekly payroll schedule
- Competitive Wages with Cost of Living Adjustments and Annual Performance/Wage Reviews
- Lodging Discounts at any HCH Property (Employee forty-nine per night, Friends & Family eighty nine per night)
- Dining Discounts at any HCH Property (50% off food for employee and guests)
- Spas, Golf Course, and Activities Discounts at any HCH Property
- Industry Travel Discounts through Working Advantage (rental cars, event tickets, local activities, etc.)
- Supportive Culture that is fun and motivating, with open-door policy work environment
- Employee Recognition Program through 'Delight Dollars' appreciation and prizes
- Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 confidential support and KOFE financial education
- Accelerated Career Advancement of professional enrichment, company-sponsored conferences & classes, and our formal Professional Development Program for new managers in training
About Hay Creek Hotels
Founded in 2005, Hay Creek Hotels was created specifically to combine the intimacy of a boutique hotel with world-class cuisine, cutting-edge technology, unparalleled guest service and the exclusive amenities of a luxury inn. At Hay Creek Hotels, our passion is to pioneer superior service and inspire excitement within the small, independent hotel sector: to "Delight & Surprise" our guests every day. These values are driven by the idea that the best hotels and restaurants are the ones that draw on the spirit, culture and character of their locales. From meticulously renovated historic properties to exciting new-build hotels, we offer some of the most unique and interesting lodging and dining destinations in the United States. Our hotels and resorts are designed to reflect their respective neighborhoods and serve as good neighbors by participating in community events and causes. Through environmentally responsible design and day-to-day management, we adhere to best practices for sustainable operations at every location.
Bringing a hyper-local focus to the hotel dining experience, the restaurants in the Hay Creek Hotels collection form deep connections with respected local farms and providers. Our chefs seamlessly integrate their regions finest meats, seafood and produce with contemporary cooking styles and flavors. Each Hay Creek restaurant is distinguished by sophisticated yet casual ambiance and cuisine that delivers both comfort and surprise with each bite. We are not the average box hotel, and this is not the average dining experience. Dishes are created each night with the perfect balance of texture, flavor, and presentation. Farm-to-table food brings sensational seasonal menus with creative twists on old classics.
Our Core Values and Beliefs;
We promote and support a culture that Delights & Surprises each of our customers, associates, and business partners. Our Host Philosophy encourages each associate to develop the skills necessary to offer outstanding hospitality service outside the scope of their primary job responsibilities. Our Associate Promise is the commitment to truly listen to and communicate openly and honestly with all team members. We embrace Pride Of Ownership to create an, I can, I am, I own, empowered approach to everything we do. Partnering in our Local Community and respecting the environment we live in are beliefs we incorporate into daily operations.
To learn more, visit us at www.HayCreekHotels.com
Required Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in a high volume, full service restaurant.
- Previous staff management experience preferred.
- Experience in Banquet/Event execution preferred.
- Creative, innovative, and inspired to develop new and intriguing menu items designed for appropriate clientele.
- Demonstrate a positive, upbeat and customer-focused attitude.
- Experience in inventory control and cost management preferred.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to change, think quickly and prioritize effectively in a fast paced and demanding environment while maintaining calmness, composure, and hospitality.
- Must have flexibility with schedule to include evenings and weekend.
Salary : $55,000
