Executive Sous Chef,Patina 250-Quick Hire! Position in Buffalo,NY,USA

Delaware North's Patina Group is a renowned hospitality company with a long-standing legacy of over 100 years, operating globally across various sectors including sports arenas, national parks, casinos, and hotels. The company is family-owned and prides itself on fostering a supportive, inclusive work environment that values personal and professional growth. Patina 250, located within The Westin Buffalo in Buffalo, New York, is a fine dining restaurant that offers guests an elevated culinary experience featuring fresh, thoughtful, and flavor-infused variations of authentic Western New York tastes. The establishment is known for its refined yet welcoming atmosphere, enriched by artwork from local artists that enhances the dining space with contemporary design elements such as elaborate light fixtures and sculptural wall installations. The Executive Sous Chef position at Patina 250 is a pivotal role that demands a dynamic and passionate culinary professional who is committed to excellence in food quality, presentation, and menu innovation. This leadership role entails managing high-volume kitchen operations, collaborating closely with the Executive Chef and other departments, and maintaining a kitchen environment that meets rigorous standards of safety, sanitation, and organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff, overseeing budgetary aspects including food and labor costs, and ensuring efficient inventory management. They will play a critical role in training, mentoring, and developing the culinary team to foster a collaborative and high-performing workplace. The role offers a competitive salary range of $60,406 to $76,800 annually, with additional opportunities for bonuses based on both individual and company performance. Flexible scheduling including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and events is part of the position's requirements, reflecting the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. Delaware North is fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds without discrimination. Working at Patina 250 means joining a company that values your career journey and offers extensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match; paid vacation and parental leave; tuition reimbursement; and discounts at many of their hotels and resorts. This role is ideal for culinary professionals who are eager to contribute to a premier dining establishment, cultivate a motivated team, and make a lasting impact on guest experiences in Buffalo's vibrant culinary scene.

• Minimum of 3 years of previous culinary management experience in a quality high-volume food and beverage operation
• Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels