Sous Chef - DoubleTree Hilton Hotel San Jose

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Job Description - Sous Chef - Double Tree by Hilton Hotel San Jose (HOT0

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Double Tree San Jose, 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose 95110

Come join the team at Double Tree by Hilton San Jose! We’re less than five minutes from San Jose International Airport via free shuttle and ten minutes from downtown San Jose. We offer over 56,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, and five dining options. Be part of a team that was ranked #1 on Great Places to Work and on Fortune’s World’s Best Workplaces list!

The team is currently looking for an experienced Sous Chef!

• Assist the Executive Chef in the direction and oversight of all culinary operations, including preparation and production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with safety and sanitation standards and regulations, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability.
• Create and implement menu selections for special banquet themes and events based on current food trends and regional tastes in partnership with the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage, as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards.
• Assist in monitoring and developing team member performance, including supervision, counseling, evaluations, training, scheduling and assigning work, and delivering recognition and reward.

• A minimum of 1 year experience as a sous chef in a restaurant or hotel environment.
• 5 years minimum professional cooking experience.
• Prior experience in banquet or large-scale cooking/catering.
• Familiarity and interest in modern cooking styles and techniques.
• Open availability and the ability to work a varied schedule.
• Previous experience managing within a union environment is a plus.
• Shift Pattern:
  Varied; must have open availability to work mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Pay Rate:
  The hourly wage for this role is $29.00 - $31.00 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

• Access to pay when you need it through Daily Pay
• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• Debt-Free Education through Guild Education (degrees and professional certifications*)
• 401K plan and company match
• Hilton Shares:
  Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) with discount
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs

* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

A Sous Chef is responsible for assisting with the direction and oversight of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.

And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!