Senior Sous Chef - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club

As a Sous Chef, you’re not just leading daily kitchen operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. The award-winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join the Aveo Team!Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point adjacent to Laguna Beach, this town played an iconic role in the emergence of California's surf culture and today is celebrated for its laid-back vibe and fun, active lifestyle.The resort is perched on 175 acres atop a 150-foot seaside bluff with over 400 rooms, 115,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and 8 food and Beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, a beach club, lounge, marketplace, and in-room dining.At Waldorf Astoria, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests, meaningful opportunities for our Team Members, and a positive impact in our community.***Want to learn more?*** [Hotel Website](https://www.waldorfastoriamonarchbeach.com/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/waldorfmonarchbeach), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wamonarchbeach/) **Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You** Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a **Sous Chef**, you’re not just leading daily kitchen operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. ### Responsibilities Here's what you'll do during a typical day: - **Lead culinary team operations:** Provide hands-on leadership and in-the-moment coaching to kitchen staff, with either a focus on Outlets or Banquets - **Oversee production and service:** Manage daily kitchen operations, including creating and monitoring production lists, completing line checks, and expediting service periods - **Enhance menu offerings:** Develop and implement seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials - **Promote cross-department collaboration:** Foster strong, positive relationships between Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless operations. - **Provide administrative support:** Assist with inventory management, ordering, and scheduling - **Uphold regulatory standards:** Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing ### Qualifications **What It Takes to Make the Stay** At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of **Hospitality**. Acting with **Integrity** and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through **Leadership**. A belief that **Teamwork** drives the best outcomes. A sense of **Ownership** and accountability. And a focus on the **Now**, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact. ### About the Team **How We'll Help You Thrive** At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including\*: - **Incredible travel perks** – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program - **Own a piece of Hilton** – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future - **Paid parental leave** – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents - **Personalized caregiving support** – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yo…