Sous Chef jobs in Ames, IA

Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the daily kitchen operations including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control, and sanitation. Oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors food production and presentation. Being a Sous Chef resolves operational issues. Performs quality checks on ingredients and prepared dishes. Additionally, Sous Chef complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. May require an associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to an executive chef. The Sous Chef supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Sous Chef typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sous Chef
  • Surety Hotel
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
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    SOUS CHEF Position Profile
    Reports to: FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR, position is exempt
     
     
    WHO WE ARE
    Surety Hotel is managed by Aparium Hotel Group which was founded in 2011. Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets.
     
    WHO YOU ARE
    Your past experiences have led you to understand that there is an art science to the how and what a hospitality operations professional is responsible for.  You are committed to the Chef life and go through your day-to-day activities saying, “behind” and “hot” in your own home.  Your cookbook collection is dog-eared and worn from use and has outgrown its boundaries on your shelves.  Your days off are spent sharpening, obsessing over, or purchasing knives (your friends have become legitimately concerned about this, by the way). You are a mentor to your team and capable of working any station in your kitchen, but are hungry for the next step.  You are an intrinsically motivated individual who finds their moment of Zen in a dining room filled with happy guests. You lead your team with a composed disposition and gentle correction, passing along your culinary acumen in the process. You have the utmost respect for the ingredients and the process: you strive to work directly with local farmers and artisans to obtain your ingredients at their height of freshness and peak of flavor. You have tremendous culinary aptitude and are just beginning your journey to understanding the financial side of the business, and are eager to learn more.

    THE ROLE
    The Sous Chef works directly with the Executive Chef, collaborating with menu planning and development, productivity, menu cost controls, and ordering processes to ensure production meets business levels.  It is critical that you possess a background and basic knowledge of culinary technique related to the F B concept(s) for the hotel. You are a highly organized individual and an expert in constant and consistent communication, able to reinforce efficiencies while ensuring consistency in the kitchen operations. You lead the team through your collaborative approach—you understand that the ability to act as a soldier is as critical as being a general.  Having the skills to mentor and teach your team of culinarians is a must for this position, as is demonstrating humility and genuine care for the items you create and the individuals who execute upon them.

    At Aparium, our culinary teams are expected to hold themselves, the guests, and each other in high regard. You will actively develop trusting and transparent relationships with all associates throughout the hotel. You will have the opportunity to work with a phenomenal group of individuals with whom collaboration, humbleness, and open-minds are the norm—no egos are allowed. The ability to work with controlled measure and respect for your leadership team and peers is imperative; we have a no-tolerance policy for the “old school way”.

    WHAT YOU WILL DO
    • Uphold and role model the company’s principles of People, Place, and Character, while encouraging your direct reports to embody our values that drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality
    • Be a key partner with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and F B Management team, demonstrating a united front committed to providing the best possible guest experience
    • Collaborate with and coach your team to uphold the integrity of the food, guest experience, cleanliness, and maintenance of the culinary spaces
    • Demonstrate your aptitude of how to deliver on a guest’s expectation for an amazing culinary experience, including balancing flavor combinations, considerations for temperature and texture, guest satisfaction, and menu flow
    • Understanding of operational metrics (KPI’s and P&L’s), demonstrating critical thinking skills by connecting those with operational observations
    • Coach and mentor your team on development of their skill set, technique, and menu execution, fostering an environment of continuous growth; effectively use corrective action to address root causes of issues, course-correcting any missed opportunities
    • Foster open lines of communication within the department by helping to facilitate daily line ups, weekly culinary leadership meetings, and quarterly culinary all staff meetings to create a transparent dialogue among the team to voice ideas and concerns, while addressing the department’s key priorities
    • Actively participate in recruitment, training, scheduling, supervising, coaching, and motivation of all culinary associates in order to create an environment that nurtures ideas and develops future talent for succession planning in the culinary program
    • Observe conditions of all physical facilities and equipment in the culinary operation, working in collaboration with the Chef, engineering department, and any third-party vendors to make corrections and improvements as needed
    • Maintain regular communication with the Executive Chef and F B Management team to provide updates, discuss plans, communicate needs, and align on priorities, understanding that flexibility with your responsibilities is paramount to support a successful operation
    • Aparium Hotel Group does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status or on any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. The hotel and company are a smoke-free, drug-free facility, and equal opportunity employer.
    HOW YOU LEAD
    • Offer direct support for your team through coaching, counseling, gentle correction, and constructive feedback
    • Collaborate effectively with all hotel departments including Sales, Banquets & Catering, Food & Beverage, and Hotel Operations to provide an exemplary guest experience
    • Be respectful in your daily interactions with your managers, direct reports, and peers, exemplifying the utmost level of professionalism and being a pillar within your community
    • Be a subject matter expert in food and culinary techniques as well as understanding the history of the cuisine most closely related to the hotel food and beverage concept(s), effectively guiding others in their personal search with a gentle hand, never admonishing their lack of knowledge
    • Demonstrates the beginnings of business acumen by ensuring that initiatives align with operational goals and budgets; shows passion to further develop this skill-set

    WHAT YOU WILL NEED
    • Five or more years progressive culinary experience required, preferably in a multi-service hotel or restaurant
    • Passion for culinary arts, experience in a wide range of cuisines
    • Basic skills in Microsoft Excel and Word to create spreadsheets and proposals
    • Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address all employee levels of the hotel
    • Proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication
    • Ability to calculate basic math principles to meet proper menu ingredients and perform inventory
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time to meet high volume business
    • Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.
    • Ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.
    • Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods to cook required menu items
    • Ability to withstand warm to hot environments for prolonged periods while utilizing ovens, stoves, or fryers


    Benefits: We are pleased to offer a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family and your way of life. All full-time regular associates are eligible to enroll in our benefit plans that include medical, dental, vision and supplemental insurances.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve.  Aparium Hotel Group is an E-Verify employer.
     
     

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Sous Chef - Kahill's Chophouse
  • South Sioux City Marriott Riverfront
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Kahill’s Chophouse, located in the Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront, is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to help lead our culinary team. Kahill’s Chophouse is not your typical hotel restaurant...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Exec Sous Chef
  • Gateway Hotel & Conference Center
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • The Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University is seeking An Executive Sous Chef. The Gateway is the largest, full-service hotel and conference center in Ames, Iowa, with 187 guest roo...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Jr. Sous Chef
  • Troon
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Who You Are: Are you ready? Have you prepared yourself and your career to be a part of a successful organization that truly operates in a FUN and HOSPITABLE environment? Putts and Pins is now hiring a...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sous Chef - Iowa State University Training Table
  • Compass Group Careers
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • Levy Sector Salary: Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 11 Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning an...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Sous Chef - Marriott South Sioux City
  • South Sioux City Marriott Riverfront
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Kahill’s Chophouse, located in the Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront, is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to help lead our culinary team. Kahill’s Chophouse is not your typical hotel restaurant...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Executive Chef
  • ARAMARK Refreshment Services, Inc.
  • Johnston, IA
  • Job Description The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, r...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Cook
  • Wesleychoice
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Lead Cook** **Campus** Wesley Des Moines **Location:** Des Moines, WA **JOB SUMMARY** The lead cook under the guidance...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LINE COOK - $1000 SIGNING BONUS
  • Gatewayames
  • Ames, IA
  • **$1000 SIGNING BONUS AFTER 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT!** The Gateway Hotel & Conference Center is looking for a professional...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chef
  • COLLEGE FRESH INC
  • Ames, IA
  • Job Details Job Location Iowa State University - Ames, IA Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Minimal Job Shift Da...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook
  • Wesleychoice
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Cook** **Campus** Wesley Des Moines **Location:** Des Moines, WA Bring your passion for serving older, active adults c...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Exec Sous Chef
  • Gateway Hotel & Conference Center
  • Ames, IA
  • Job Description Job Description The Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University is seeking An Executive S...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Taco Bell - Cook
  • Taco Bell
  • Des Moines, IA
  • As a cook, you'll set up your station and participate in prep. You should be passionate about putting out consistent, qu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Taco Bell - Cook
  • Taco Bell
  • Des Moines, IA
  • As a cook, you'll set up your station and participate in prep. You should be passionate about putting out consistent, qu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ames is a city in central Iowa approximately 30 miles (48 km) north of Des Moines. It is best known as the home of Iowa State University (ISU), with leading Agriculture, Design, Engineering, and Veterinary Medicine colleges. A United States Department of Energy national laboratory, Ames Laboratory, is located on the ISU campus. In 2017, Ames had a population of 66,498. Iowa State University is home to 36,321 students (Fall 2017), which make up approximately one half of the city's population. Ames also hosts United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sites: the largest federal animal diseas...
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Income Estimation for Sous Chef jobs
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