Sous Chef - Join the Team!

Archer Hotel Burlington is an industrial-chic boutique hotel situated in the thriving Boston suburb of Burlington at the 3rd Avenue town center. This upscale hotel features 147 luxe guest rooms and suites, complemented by the vibrant AKB hotel bar located on the first floor, an inviting indoor pool, and over 9,700 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. The hotel has garnered significant recognition, being a AAA Four Diamond and TripAdvisor-favorite destination. Part of the acclaimed Archer Hotel collection, the hotel integrates thoughtful touches and local discoveries that resonate with discerning travelers and business guests alike. Conveniently located near the I-95/Northwest Expressway junction and just off Middlesex Turnpike, the property offers free employee parking, reinforcing its commitment to staff convenience and satisfaction. LodgeWorks, the company actively hiring for this role, is a private hotel development and management firm with over 35 years in the industry. Though their name is not typically displayed on the hotels, their deep-rooted culture influences over 18 properties nationwide, including standout brands such as Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Aloft, Hilton Garden Inn, and Hampton Inn, alongside the renowned Archer Hotel boutique collection. With more than 950 employees, LodgeWorks prides itself on cultivating a strong family culture embedded in Midwestern hospitality values. This hospitality-driven ethos extends beyond industry norms and becomes the foundation of their operations with guests, clients, colleagues, and partners throughout the United States. The Sous Chef position at Archer Hotel Burlington offers a competitive annual salary of $65,000, augmented by banquet revenue incentives. This pivotal culinary leadership role involves managing high-volume kitchen operations with precision and creativity. The Sous Chef will help lead and inspire a team focused on delivering consistently exceptional food quality while upholding the highest standards of safety, sanitation, and service. Reporting to the Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Director of Food & Beverage, the Sous Chef is responsible for the daily supervision of food production areas, ensuring that all dishes conform to standardized recipes and meet brand expectations. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, the ability to mentor and motivate multi-level staff, and a commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement. The Sous Chef oversees scheduling, inventory control, food purchasing, and quality control processes to ensure seamless kitchen operation. They actively engage in cooking and food preparation when necessary and enforce policies regarding health and safety to maintain an optimal working environment. Success in this role demands a passion for hospitality, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a customer-focused approach that prioritizes guests, clients, and employees. Adaptability and excellent communication skills are essential, as is a commitment to fostering a positive work environment and upholding the hotel’s stellar reputation at every level. Physical stamina and the ability to work extended shifts in a fast-paced kitchen environment are necessary. Candidates with previous experience in restaurant or service industries will find this role especially rewarding, though a strong eagerness to contribute to a supportive team culture is a non-negotiable requirement. Overall, the Sous Chef at Archer Hotel Burlington plays a critical role in elevating the hotel’s culinary offerings and supporting the broader food and beverage operations. This full-time opportunity comes with a suite of benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off, holidays, 401(k) plans with matching, and more. Joining the vibrant team at Archer Hotel means becoming part of a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and consistently aims to create memorable hospitality experiences for all guests and staff alike.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• minimum six months related experience in restaurant or service industry preferred
• knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• ability to follow standardized recipes
• strong leadership skills
• excellent communication skills
• physical stamina to lift up to 60 pounds and stand for long shifts
• ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• punctuality and reliability
• eagerness to be part of a positive team culture