Grand Cafe Sous Chef
If you're eager to showcase your talents in a prestigious, full-service, AAA Four Diamond resort and make a meaningful impact, an extraordinary career opportunity awaits you. We are on the lookout for a passionate individual to join our team and help us continue delivering the unparalleled guest experience that sets us apart. As a Sous Chef at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will continually evolve all outlet menus, grow your team’s skills, maintain food and labor costs, directly manage all culinary and stewarding staff, communicate with sales and operation teams to exceed client standards, and continually enforce set standards.
Grand Geneva in Lake Geneva is a 1,300 acre, AAA Four Diamond resort and spa recognized as a Top Resort in the Midwest by Conde Nast Traveler. This award-winning, all-seasons destination features over 746 guest accommodations, the WELL Spa & Salon, two championship golf courses, fitness facilities, a ski hill and terrain park, and 9 unique food and beverage outlets. Our name in the area means home, family and tradition. We have a strong sense of tradition, and we're looking to create a strong, bright future - a future that includes you.
What will you be doing?
Assist in the interview, hiring, training, supervision, schedule, and participation in activities of chefs, cooks, and other personnel involved in preparing, cooking, and presenting food in accordance with productivity standards, cost controls, and forecast needs
Assist in the continual evolution menu items for all outlets based on current trends and product availability
Interact directly with clients for necessary special event planning, budgeting, and desired event execution
Provide all materials and information necessary for line staff to succeed, such as menu specifications, recipes, and production schedules
Develop, grow, and maintain vendor relationships
Oversee and confirm quality of all food leaving the kitchen, react as necessary
Ensure the maintenance sanitation and cleanliness standards of the kitchen
Provide an employee schedule recognizing volume requirements for increased/decreased staffing levels
Purchase according to need based on volume
Perform employee discipline/action as the need arises
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding food sanitation and safety
Report any necessary equipment maintenance to engineering for repair
Perform all functions of the Executive Chef duties in their absence
Perform other duties as assigned
What do you bring to the role?
High school education required; culinary schooling or equivalent experience preferred.
2-4 years of food management experience, including hot/cold food, dining outlets, and multi-venue operations
Proficient in safety and sanitation standards with hands-on experience using kitchen equipment (slicers, mixers, etc.)
Strong math skills for recipe calculations, portion sizes, and requisitions
Fluent in English for recipe reading, requisitions, and staff communication
Able to lift up to 200 lbs, work in confined spaces, and perform in extreme temperature ranges
Ability to communicate effectively with all departments and adapt to high-pressure environments
Ability to maintain a positive attitude, professional demeanor, and multitask effectively under pressure
Able to create and lead in a team-orientated environment
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
What’s in it for you?
A free, well-balanced meal every shift
Discounted gym membership
Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
Free parking
“Two for one” movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another
Early wage access
Paid time off
Flexible scheduling
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match
And more!
About Us:
A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.
Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.
The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer.