Sous Chef, Gigi Rigolatto

About the role

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join the famed Delano Miami Beach. Delano Miami Beach will fuse historic charm with contemporary luxury, reflecting a reimagined experience that pays homage to the original visionary concept. Comprising 171 rooms and distinct food and beverage concepts, the hotel will preserve its iconic walk-in pool and, in addition, unveil a new pool on an amenity deck, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. Delano Miami Beach will act as the brand’s flagship location, re-establishing Delano as a trailblazer in luxury lifestyle hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food-related systems.
• Role model company quality standards and service.
• Ensure that all equipment and facilities are in good working order and are properly maintained.
• Order products to ensure all par levels are maintained.
• Supervise and carry out the correct procedure of preparations, presentation, and portion control for all raw and cooked foods in accordance with company standards and food regulations.
• Work with other chefs to ensure the kitchen operates as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
• Follow procedures for covering, labeling, dating, and storing food in a timely manner.
• Work under time constraints and meet department deadlines.
• Constantly grow and coach lower management and staff.
• Provide clear direction and achievable goals for the entire team.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• Understand and enforce federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations.
• We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.
• We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory role in a restaurant kitchen; Sous Chef preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to obtain all work cards.
• Must have strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and energize a diverse team of culinary professionals.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, ability to function under time constraints, expedite and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, customer service-driven environment.
• Current experience in the hospitality industry in a kitchen.
• Active in furthering personal culinary development.
• Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation with a proven track record of living the company's values.
• An intermediate to proficient understanding of computer systems such as: Opera, GoConcierge, HotSOS, Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is preferred.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high level of attention to detail.
• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• Must be observant and quick to respond to various situations while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
• Must be able to twist, turn (push or pull), reach, bend, climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific department uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you by your supervisor.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you…
- The opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
- Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
- A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.

Delano is part of the Lifestyle Collective of Ennismore. Ennismore is a creative hospitality company with a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore and Accor entered a joint venture in 2021, creating a new autonomous entity and the world’s fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company.