Sous Chef - El Sur (Spanish National Preferred)

Role Overview

Sous Chef at Marriott's El Sur restaurant. Spanish national background preferred. Based at the employer's location.

Role Purpose

Prepare, cook, and plate food according to recipes and quality standards while maintaining kitchen cleanliness, food safety, and team coordination in a fast-paced culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
• Prepare cold foods.

Cooking & Quality Control

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Monitor food quality while preparing food.
• Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Plating & Service

• Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.

Station Management

• Set up and break down work station.

Sanitation & Safety

• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.
• Complete safety training and certifications.

Team & Professional Conduct

• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Support team to reach common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Protect company assets.

Standards & Flexibility

• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Additional Information

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. The company actively fosters an environment where the unique backgrounds of associates are valued and celebrated.