We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel. In this role, you will be in charge and accountable for everything that happens in our kitchens, ensuring that your team’s food looks, smells, and tastes great.

You will be responsible for:

• Menu development and food production coordination.
• Implementing quality and cost control measures.
• Enforcing food safety work practices.
• Recruiting, interviewing, and training staff.
• Conducting meetings and teaching various cooking methods.
• Inspecting kitchens daily to ensure high standards.
• Guest interaction and soliciting feedback on quality and service.
• Handling emergency situations accurately and timely.
• Coaching, mentoring, and disciplining team members.
• Managing paperwork, inventories, and purchasing.

To be successful in this role, you must have a background that includes a minimum of 2 years of Sous Chef experience in a relevant environment and possess essential certifications. You will be expected to work any day or shift, especially weekends and holidays.

The Renaissance Seattle Hotel values longevity and has a team that has been with us for over 5 years. Come and bring your personal style to every experience and interaction!

• Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days of employment.
• Free Short-Term and Long-Term Disability after 30 days of employment.
• Free Life Insurance + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan after 30 days of employment.
• 401k with company match after 30 days of employment.
• PTO Plan (accrue from day one, use on 91st day of employment).
• Voluntary Life + AD&D Plan.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Relocation benefits for out-of-town candidates.
• Company provided iPhone.
• Hotel discounts at 8,800+ Marriott hotels worldwide.
• Discounted parking in hotel garage.
• 50% subsidy for public transportation expenses.
• Referral program for new hires.
• Complimentary cafeteria meals.
• Monthly employee appreciation events.
• Employee Exercise Room.
• Community Service Events.

• 2+ years of Sous Chef experience in a full-service hotel/cruise ship/fine-dining restaurant/high-end catering operation.
• Exposure to restaurant and banquets kitchens.
• ServSafe Certification and/or CFPM Certification.
• Computer skills (MS Office, restaurant management software, menu profit software, Micros).
• Multi-lingual skills are a plus.
• Culinary Degree is a plus.
• WA state Food Worker Card or ability to obtain one within 14 days from the date of hire.
• WA state Mandatory Alcohol Service Training (MAST) permit or ability to obtain one within 60 days from the date of hire.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain one within 14 days from the date of hire.