Sous Chef - Chattanooga, TN

Ascent Hospitality is a dynamic and growing hospitality company with an extensive portfolio of hotels and a strong pipeline of new properties and acquisitions. Despite its broad reach, Ascent Hospitality remains deeply committed to its foundation of prioritizing people over numbers. The company fosters a culture that enriches the experience of both its team members and guests, focusing on collaboration and unified purpose. Ascent Hospitality continuously seeks individuals who thrive in team environments and who exhibit strong leadership qualities, possess the passion to serve others, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. This innovative company values leaders who excel in meeting challenges and adapting to change, making it an attractive workplace for motivated professionals devoted to providing exceptional service experiences. The role of the Sous Chef at Ascent Hospitality is a critical leadership position within the culinary team. Working closely alongside the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef plays a vital role in managing daily kitchen activities to ensure efficient operation and high standards of food quality. This position demands a combination of creativity, service orientation, and operational acumen. The Sous Chef is responsible for supervising kitchen staff, overseeing the preparation and presentation of dishes, and aiding in menu development to uphold the culinary excellence that guests expect. The role also involves monitoring food quality and freshness, managing inventories through effective ordering and stocking processes, and implementing cost-effective solutions in food production. This position requires a hands-on approach in the kitchen while supporting the Executive Chef in maintaining kitchen organization, staff training, and culinary standards. The Sous Chef is essential in upholding health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment. Working in this role means engaging with a fast-paced, demanding environment that requires flexibility in scheduling, including availability for holidays and various shifts. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, inclusive of health, dental, vision, and life insurance options, a 401k plan with employer contributions, paid time off, uniforms, and team member hotel discounts. The opportunity is ideal for seasoned culinary professionals who are passionate about leadership, quality, and guest satisfaction, and who thrive in a team-oriented culture dedicated to excellence and innovation in hospitality.

• must be able to understand, read, write and speak English
• must adhere to and ensure that all health and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen
• ability to safely and effectively utilize kitchen equipment and utensils
• must maintain a neat and professional appearance upholding company appearance standards at all times
• ability to apply commonsense understanding in carrying out instructions
• ability to comply in standardized situations with little variation
• must be available to work flexible days and shifts, including holidays
• must be able to work without constant supervision