Sous Chef | Seltzer's Modern Diner

Overview Come and join our team at this 605-room convention center hotel in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Our luxury hotel is located next to the Paycom Center(OKC Thunder), the Oklahoma Convention Center and across the street from the 70-acre Scissortail Park.The property includes an all-day dining outlet (Seltzer's Modern Diner), an entertainment sports bar (OKC Tap House), specialty restaurant (Bob's Steak & Chop House), coffee shop (Park Grounds) and a retail outlet (RareBird Gift Shop). Additionally, guests can enjoy a Mokara Spa, fitness center and a rooftop pool and bar (CatBird Seat) complete with a fire pit, outdoor lawn and cabanas. The hotel offers 76,000 square feet of meeting and event space inclusive of a 20,000 square foot ballroom, 10,000 square foot ballroom, and a 4,200 square foot outdoor pre-function space that overlooks the park. Job Description Omni Oklahoma City Hotel is seeking a Outlet Sous Chef to join the team of Seltzer's Modern Diner. This team member will have the overall responsibility for the efficient and effective running of this kitchen and food production outlet, ensuring operating costs are minimized. Responsible for all areas of the Food & Beverage Outlet Kitchen operations for the Seltzer's Modern Diner. This leader will ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice throughout all areas and support our Restaurant in Room concept as well. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in a high volume restaurant outlet operation and in upscale/luxury convention hotels. Responsibilities Manage the daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel's restaurant operation to ensure a quality, consistent product is produced which conforms to all Omni Standards. Manage associates in scheduling, training, developing, coaching and counseling, conducting reviews. Also focus on attracting, interviewing, retaining and motivating the associates while providing a safe work environment. Monitor, analyze and control all labor and food costs; prepare the appropriate reports, charts and schedules to ensure budgets are met or exceeded while quality is maintained or improved. Assist the Executive Chef in the creation, costing and implementation of outlets, banquets, seasonal and special menus. Scheduling of staff according to budget and business forecast. Provide kitchen support for food and beverage outlet functions. Oversee proper handling and tracing of food returns. Directs proper sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment. Comply with EcoSure & health code standards for sanitation. Ensures that all kitchen equipment is in good working order. Directs proper maintenance of all walk-in coolers (rotation of food products and cleanliness). Knows expectations and ensures that staff understands them and that they execute said expectations within the proper guidelines. Provide support and leadership to accomplish our Medallia food quality score Checks and controls sign-in and sign-out procedures for kitchen staff. Perform any other job related duties as assigned. Qualifications Must have previous culinary leadership experienceCollege education and/or culinary degree preferred. Candidate must be creative and up to speed on new concepts and food trends. Candidate must have proven leadership skills and must be able to train, develop, and motivate staff. Ability to teach employees importance of, and how to interact with internal/external guests and courteously solve internal requestsAbility to train a staff to produce high volumes of work while maintaining quality per Omni standards Able to set priorities for the culinary team and provide feedback to others that enhances performance.Prior experience managing schedules, inventory, payroll, service recovery and associate relations matters required.Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management and co-workers, both in person and by telephoneStrong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and provide guest follow up in a fast paced environment.Must be familiar with batch and quantity cookingEye/hand coordination needed to use all kitchen equipment. Highly motivated self-starter focused on quality, organization, cleanliness and teamwork. Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc) and taste/smell.Must be proficient with computers.Serve Safe certified food manager. Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 40 lbs. Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting. Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer.