Sous Chef at The Chanler – Newport, Rhode Island

Join our team as a sous chef and become the ultimate journey curator for the guest experience.

The Chanler, reimagined as a magnificent, stately manor residence, extends a warm welcome to guests as a peaceful enclave from bustling Newport, Rhode Island, inviting guests to relish in the building's storied architecture, chic-European dining options, and gracious hospitality.

Built in 1873 as a summer home for John Winthrop Chanler, the property exudes history while maintaining the current charm of a regal residence. As a double Forbes five-star property, the mansion draws admirers worldwide by authentically cultivating the guest experience with elegance and natural refinement.

To make an impact on a guest's journey by creating memories that last a lifetime. Mansion household staff are the key journey curators, responsible for creating a sense of place and personalization for each guest. We achieve this by working in a collaborative environment, providing training while encouraging an unscripted narrative to tell the brand story, and by sharing a passion for the heart of hospitality.

• Competitive Salary
• Health, dental, and vision for employees, families, and partners
• 401K
• Free Parking
• Uniforms Included
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Referral Bonus
• Seasonal Staff Meals

Including but not limited to:

• Able to work closely and communicate with outside vendors and FOH, at a constant high pace doing a variety of “time restraint” tasks.
• Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Prioritize, organize, and follow through.
• Consistently offer professional, friendly, and proactive guest service
• Lead by example by utilizing a “hands-on” approach and provide exemplary training
• Supervise the performance, attendance, and conduct of the culinary team
• Expedite and/or work on the line when needed
• Enforces workstation and equipment safety and cleanliness
• Think clearly, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
• Work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timeliness.
• Maintains good coordination and has excellent knife skills
• Treats all products and ingredients with respect
• Use all senses to ensure quality standards are met.
• Assist in the achievement of departmental goals and objectives
• Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress
• Perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Provide legible communication and the ability to do basic arithmetic
• Conduct shift meetings daily with the culinary team
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily specials, and promotions
• Full list of responsibilities upon request

Including but not limited to:

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or an entire work shift.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Including but not limited to:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five years of restaurant experience, preferably in a Michelin or Forbes property
• Two years of experience as a sous chef in a luxury guest-focused environment
• Food handling/sanitation certificate.
• Ability to communicate in English with guests, co-workers, and management to their understanding and bilingual for communication in Spanish
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Computer literate
• Strong references