Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Embassy Suites Beach Resort | Gulf Shores, AL

Peachtree Group is a privately held, fully integrated real estate investment management, lending, and servicing platform. The company owns, operates, manages, and develops hotels and invests in hotel- and other commercial real estate-related assets throughout the United States. Through its affiliate, Peachtree Group Hospitality Management, Peachtree manages the performance of 100+ hotels across 27 brands with 14,000+ rooms in 26 states.

Be part of something special from the very beginning! The Embassy Suites Beach Resort in Gulf Shores, Alabama, is a brand-new, all-suite beachfront resort offering elevated service, upscale amenities, and unforgettable coastal experiences. We're building a team of hospitality professionals who are passionate about service, teamwork, and creating memorable stays for every guest.

Position Overview

The Sous Chef is a hands-on leader who supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, maintaining high culinary standards, and ensuring outstanding guest dining experience. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, strong leadership, and a passion for hospitality to our vibrant resort environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily supervision and coordination of all kitchen operations.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency meet brand and resort standards.
• Lead by example in maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Support menu planning, development, and execution in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff; foster a positive and professional work environment.
• Monitor inventory levels and control food costs through efficient ordering and waste reduction.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and kitchen budget adherence.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health regulations.
• Step in to lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of culinary leadership experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, or high-volume environment.
• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment.
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, inventory, and labor cost controls.

Benefits:

Peachtree Group provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. We also offer a generous 401(k) retirement match. To support work-life balance, we provide Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off. Additional perks include access to our Employee Assistance Program and Fund.

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