Courtyard Monterey Park - Sous Chef OEM at Aimbridge Hospitality – Monterey Park, California

Courtyard Monterey Park - Sous Chef OEM

Join our team as Sous Chef!

As the Sous Chef, youre the creative force behind the banquet kitchen, whipping up delicious bites that wow every guest. Whether youre following classic recipes or inventing new favorites for special events, you make sure every dish looks and tastes amazing. You team up to keep everything spotless, safe, and organized, all while making smart choices to reduce waste and get the most from every ingredient. If you love mixing creativity with top-notch standards, this is where you shine!

This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guest & Team Magic: Welcome everyone with a big smile, keep your chef style sharp, rally the team like its game day, and serve up positive vibesmaking every guest feel special, every time!
• Aimbridge Excellence--Standards that Shine: Show up ready to roll and right on time, rocking Aimbridge Hospitalitys standardsso the hotel runs safe, smooth, and totally on point!
• Leadership Legends: Lead your kitchen crew like a culinary coachmotivate, train, and guide them to greatness while ensuring everyones got the skills and spirit for success! From hiring top talent to serving up tasty training sessions, youre the secret ingredient behind a winning team!
• Kitchen Wizardry: Juggle kitchen budgets, keep the pantry stocked, and track every detail while leading your crew to culinary greatnessall with a dash of style and sparkling organization! Youll master food costs, wow with banquet displays, and keep the kitchen spotless, making sure every meal and team moment is a win!
• Creative Cuisine: Create Banquet Menus and design food presentations for plating and buffetsmake every meal a masterpiece!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Typically requires an Bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of experience in a high volume, full service restaurant.
• Independently resolves complex workplace challenges, escalating only the most difficult issues, while maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Demonstrates deep subject matter expertise and effectively leads, coaches, and mentors others.
• Communicates clearly, evaluates options promptly, and actively listens to address concerns from colleagues and guests.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

The new state-of-the-art lobby at the Courtyard at Monterey Park provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests. At the center of it all is The Bistro, the destination for a great breakfast, or drinks and dinner during the evening. Our full-service restaurant and bar/lounge offer a variety of entrees and small plates including a large craft beer selection. Guests will also enjoy inviting, flexible spaces where they can work or relax with free Wi-Fi throughout throughout. Plus, our well-equipped fitness center and outdoor pool will help guests stay refreshed and energized. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, every stay at Courtyard is sure to be more comfortable, more productive and more enjoyable than ever before!

Application deadline for Colorado positions: