What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort?
Property Description
Newport Beachside Hotel, located in the sunny and vibrant Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, is seeking talented individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a beachfront hotel that offers exceptional service and a tropical paradise experience to our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, spa, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel boasts stunning ocean views, modern amenities, and a lively atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of the Newport Beachside Hotel team, you'll have the chance to provide exceptional service to our guests, work in a picturesque beachfront location, and be a part of a renowned hospitality brand. Join us in delivering unforgettable hospitality experiences and become a valued member of our team at Newport Beachside Hotel in Sunny Isles Beach, FL!
Overview
Join ¡VIVA!, a culinary destination that brings Latin-inspired flavors and vibrant dining experiences to life. Located within the soon-to-be-rebranded Newport Beachside Hotel, transitioning into The Sunny, this role offers a unique opportunity to be a part of the property's exciting evolution. As the Sous Chef, you will take a leadership role in crafting innovative dishes, ensuring operational excellence, and contributing to the ongoing success of ¡VIVA!’s story as we redefine South Florida hospitality.
Responsibilities
What You Will Be Doing:
- Assist the Executive Chef in leading the kitchen team, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations.
- Contribute to menu creation, developing and refining recipes that showcase ¡VIVA!’s vibrant Latin-inspired flavors.
- Train, mentor, and inspire team members to uphold high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
- Oversee inventory management, minimize waste, and achieve cost targets while sourcing premium ingredients.
- Ensure every dish leaving the kitchen reflects ¡VIVA!’s commitment to exceptional taste, presentation, and timeliness.
- Maintain a spotless and organized kitchen that meets all food safety and health regulations.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
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- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume, upscale dining environment.
- A passion for Latin cuisine and a strong understanding of its flavors, techniques, and traditions.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse kitchen team.
- Expertise in inventory management, food cost control, and kitchen operations.
- Commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience through culinary excellence.
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
