Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Walters Wedding Estates

The chief job of a Sous Chef at Walters is to support the Executive Chef and to act as the Executive Chef in their absence. We are actively seeking experienced candidates with a strong work ethic. This person can adapt and learn quickly. Sous Chefs should be a resident expert in kitchen operations. Sous Chefs communicate clearly and provide necessary direction to a team. Our chefs take pride in their work but can handle criticism.

What You'll Do:

• Gets the right food to the right place at the right time
• Completes food preparation and cooks according to recipes
• Plates and presents food to meet standards
• Transports food and equipment to venues for events
• Oversees the kitchen food service during events
• Maintains proper sanitation and cleanliness at all times

Qualifications:

• Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent, culinary degree preferred
• Required Experience: 1-2 years of successful culinary experience
• Certifications: Serve Safe Food Handlers
• Physical Requirements: Able to lift 30 lbs frequently, stand/walk 8-12 hours
• Do you love serving and interacting with people? If you have prior Banquet, Catering, or Event experience, you might be a great fit for a Banquet Captain at Walters Wedding Estates.
  
  Walters Wedding Estates, a Walters Hospitality brand, is actively seeking candidates with a passion for providing excellent hospitality. This person acts with a sense of urgency when completing and delegating tasks. This leader should always have a smile on their face and look for ways to improve the client's experience. A Banquet Captain excels in communicating instructions and providing direction to a team. The Banquet Captain takes direction from the General Manager but can also problem-solve on their own when needed.
  
  Our ideal candidate possesses the following qualifications
• Takes Extreme Ownership of their responsibilities
• Is Enthusiastic about helping our clients
• Skilled Problem Solver
• Maintains a Sense of Urgency
• Is an Excellent Communicator who can provide clear direction
• Major Tasks and Key Responsibilities
• Food and Beverage Management
• Oversee the setup of breakdown of the event space
• Maintain venue cleanliness at all times
• Lead a banquet team to execute flawless events
• Can execute against a BEO

Job Overview and Requirements

• Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required Experience: 1-year banquet or catering experience
• Certifications: TABC, Serve Safe
• Physical Requirements: Able to lift 30 lbs frequently, stand/walk 8-12 hours
• Other:
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States; Walters Hospitality participates in E-Verify.
  • Submit/complete background check; have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Compensation & Schedule:

• Full-Time: Weekends and Evenings when events take place
  • Must be available and willing to work weekends, holidays, and late nights
• 401 (k) with 4% Match

If you're ready to turn dreams into reality and drive unforgettable celebrations, we'd love to hear from you!