Sous Chef - The Henry Hotel, Dearborn, MI 48126

Job Purpose

To lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food in a safe, sanitary, and cost-effective manner while meeting brand standards and exceeding guest expectations.

Qualifications And Requirements

• High School diploma / Secondary qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage food and labor costs within approved budget
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and presentation
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen team members
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene
• Ensure compliance with company SOPs and food safety regulations
• Plan menus and recommend improvements to increase profitability
• Cooking and serving food to guests
• Coordinate with catering and events teams to execute functions successfully
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, and proper food storage
• Handle guest feedback and ensure excellent guest satisfaction

Other

• This Job Requires The Ability To Perform The Following:
• Ability to work flexible hours (including weekends and holidays)
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking skills
• Passion for food, service, and team leadership

Being

• Passionate about people and service
• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees
• Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.
• Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Benefits

Annual salary range: $ 55,000.00 - $ 63,000.00

Benefits Of Being The Henry Ambassador Team Driven and Values Based Culture
Medical/Dental/Vision
Vacation & Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Career Growth Opportunities
Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio
Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)
401(k)
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Parental leave

Pay

Annual salary range: $ 55,000.00 - $ 63,000.00

Schedule

Flexible schedule

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Henry Hotel is an Equal Opportunity employer. The hotel complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. The Henry is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and is dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free work environment.