Sous Chef

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

• Riverfront luxury in one of America’s most celebrated cities. Unlocking the authentic New Orleans, Four Seasons invites you to our landmark tower – a heritage icon with a central downtown location on the banks of the Mississippi River. Dine on innovative Louisiana cuisine, relax by our resort-style pool, and plan your own private event at our 34th-floor observation deck boasting NOLA’s best views.

About the Role

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences New Orleans is hiring for a Sous Chef for Chemin A La Mer Restaurant. The Sous Chef plans, organizes, controls and directs the work of employees in the Kitchen Department responsible for food preparation while ensuring superior quality and consistency.

What you will do

• • • Assist in the planning and development of consistent service of food items to be prepared.
    • Effectively manage labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, and purchasing decisions.
    • Ensure that sanitation standards, as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, are in compliance as set forth by Four Seasons, local, state, and federal regulations.
    • Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitors food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and fosters an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.
    • Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.

What you bring

• • • Education: College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required.
    • Experience: Three to five years previous experience in a culinary/food & beverage line position, or one to two years in a supervisory or assistant manager position.
    • Must have legal documentation to work in The United States.

What we offer: 

• • A  Rewarding Work Culture, with mentoring, training and development opportunities
  • Comprehensive Benefits package including a world class Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance program
  • 401k participation with a company matching program after 30 days of employment
  • Discounted Accommodations at Four Seasons Worldwide
  • Comprehensive Time off Package including Vacation pay, Sick pay and 9 paid Holidays, including Mardi Gras
  • Complimentary employee meals prepared by the Four Seasons Culinary Team
  • Complimentary uniforms that are laundered by our housekeeping department
  • Discounted parking near hotel
  • https://careers.fourseasons.com/us/en/job/REQ10360992/Sous-Chef-Chemin-A-La-Mer