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Highgate Hotels is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company known for its innovative approach in the industry. As a dominant player in major U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, and Honolulu, Highgate has rapidly expanded its influence into Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The company operates a sizable portfolio of global properties with an aggregate asset value exceeding $20 billion and generates over $5 billion in cumulative revenues. Highgate provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development to recapitalization or disposition, offering bespoke hotel brand development and using proprietary revenue management tools to maximize asset value. With corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle, the company is respected for its experienced executive team and strong partnerships with top ownership groups and major hotel brands. The role of the Sous Chef at Highgate Hotels involves ensuring the highest standards in kitchen operations, including the preparation of meals that meet quality, consistency, visual appeal, taste, and food cost objectives. This position requires providing training and leadership to kitchen staff, enforcing corporate quality standards, and establishing effective food specifications, portion control, recipes, and sanitation protocols. The Sous Chef is instrumental in managing food and labor costs while maximizing guest satisfaction, a critical balance in maintaining the high standards expected by Highgate. This role requires collaboration with food and beverage managers, overseeing kitchen operations, monitoring food quality, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The Sous Chef also plays a key role in staff performance evaluations, menu development alongside the Director of Food and Beverage, and timely reporting of kitchen operations. The salary for this role is $67,250 annually, reflecting its importance within the Highgate hospitality team. Additionally, employees benefit from travel discounts, competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and an eligible 401k retirement program. This role not only requires culinary expertise but also strong leadership, communication skills, and a customer-focused approach, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced culinary professionals seeking to grow their careers in a prestigious hospitality management company.

• At least 4 years of related progressive experience or culinary graduate with at least 2 years of progressive experience in hotel or related field
• knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations
• long hours sometimes required
• medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 20 pounds frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects
• maintain warm and friendly demeanor
• effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of employees and guests
• effective listening and clarification skills
• ability to multitask and prioritize
• attend all required meetings and trainings
• participate in M.O.D. coverage
• maintain regular attendance
• maintain high personal grooming and appearance
• comply with Highgate standards and regulations
• identify and assist in solving problem areas
• effective problem handling including anticipation and prevention
• able to understand and evaluate complex information
• maintain confidentiality
• perform other duties as needed