Job Description

We’re Sonesta International Hotels.
The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

The Banquet Sous Chef is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and directing all aspects of the banquet food production while maintaining profitable F&B operations and high-quality products and service levels. They are expected to provide training for all culinary and utility staff, meet corporate quality standards, establish and enforce food specifications, portion control, recipes, and sanitation.

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

• Oversee all banquet kitchen operation including planning, preparation, production and food presentation.
• Supervise and mentor culinary and utility staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
• Perform daily walk-through inventory to determine daily production and prioritize product utilization
• Plan and coordinate kitchen and utility staff schedules to optimize productivity.
• Meet daily with line cooks to coordinate and ensure production standards
• Demonstrate a thorough mastery of all cooking techniques: sauté, braise, poach, grill, fry, steam, etc.
• Properly use, handle, clean, breakdown, and maintain all kitchen equipment
• Maintain food quality standards including consistency and presentation
• Direct employees in proper service techniques
• Work closely with the Exec Chef and Food & Beverage Director to create and update banquet menus, incorporating seasonal and local ingredients where possible.
• Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining fresh ingredients.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, and waste management to meet financial goals.
• Coordinate with the utility staff to ensure kitchen equipment and banquet setups are properly handled.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained and operates efficiently.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards in compliance with local health regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and storage area.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate kitchen staff performance.
• Promote a positive kitchen culture focused on creativity, efficiency, and respect.

• Perform administrative tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef or Executive Suos Chef.
• Understanding Sonesta’s company and safety policies and maintain compliance with OSHA and the health department requirements.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist with operations to perform the job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.
• Step in for the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Highschool diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Reading and writing abilities to understand departmental correspondences and complete all required departmental documents.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, including dealing with difficult guests.
• Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations.
• Possess high attention to detail, speed and accuracy while working as part of a highly functional team.
• Always convey a positive image of the restaurant and resort.
• Previous department managerial experience preferred
• 2 years minimum experience in a similar position and in a high-volume establishment and/or experience in working in fine dining.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or American Culinary Federation (AFC) certification is preferred.
• Advanced knife skills preferred.
• Valid food handler’s license.

Work Environment:

• The noise level is generally moderate to loud.
• The temperature can vary from cold (walk-in refrigerators and freezers) to hot (cooking on the line, using ovens, using frying machines, etc.)
• May be required to work outdoors under covered areas.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to r each overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Prolonged period of standing.

Expected Hours of Work:

• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
• Must be flexible to work various days and various shifts of the week to include weekends, holidays, days, nights and overnight.
• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards which have been established by the hotel from time to time is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Ten to twelve hour shifts are sometimes required.

Travel:

• No travel required.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

$80,000-$95,000- Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills, and job specific/overall experience.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.