Executive Chef Assistant

3 weeks ago


Chautauqua, United States Pier Building Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to join our team at Chautauqua Institution's Pier Building. This is a full-time, seasonal position that offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Job Summary

The Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining high-quality standards in our culinary operations. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of combined sous chef education/experience and a strong passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

About Your Responsibilities

Business Operations & Strategy:

  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Chef to support leadership of back-of-the-house operations and work with front-of-house staff to ensure premier culinary and guest service delivery.
  • Oversee event operations to guarantee top-quality food prepared and served, meeting company and guest standards for proper service, taste, temperature, portioning, and presentation.
  • Ensure tools, processes, and training are implemented to achieve guest satisfaction by exceeding culinary expectations.
  • Monitor performance indicators as measures of success, including consistent/efficient food service within budget, staffing levels maintained, inventory/supplies accurate, cost controls implemented, equipment well-cared for and in top working condition, clean/safe environment provided, and feedback reflects satisfaction from guests.
  • Interact regularly with and receive feedback from the Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager, Food & Beverage Director, and Hotel General Manager.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state laws to provide a visibly clean and safe kitchen environment for guests and staff by following regulations to comply with food safety/alcohol service and health precautions as established by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), US/New York Department of Health, Liquor Control Board, US/New York State Department of Labor, Chautauqua Hotel Company, and Chautauqua Institution.

Financial Management:


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