Sous Chef - San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is looking for a Full-Time Sous Chef who will work closely with the Executive Restaurant Chef running the day-to-day culinary operation of the Hotel. Located steps away from Union Square, the Ferry Building and Fisherman's Wharf. You will find our charm rising above downtown at 345 California Center, with our guestrooms located at the top 11 floors of this 48-story landmark providing breathtaking panoramas of the city and the bay. Our work environment pairs a strong commitment to excellent service and authentic experiences with an emphasis on creativity and innovation. We are looking for individuals with not only the right skills but also the right attitude for the role!

We pride ourselves on the service we deliver and that all begins with the dedication of our employees who embrace the meaning behind the Golden Rule. Guests are pampered with a customized approach, ensuring that each experience is unique and unforgettable. Our goal is to attract only the most positive and passionate talent, those who are able to provide intuitive service, with a warm and friendly smile. We encourage our team to strive for personal and professional greatness and are always empowered to do what is right.

• →Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the Kitchen’s cold food production area to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met.
• →Assist in the planning and development of recipes, and ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration. 
• →Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control.
• →Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Four Seasons, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen. 
• →Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality. 
• →Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments. 

• College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required.
• Two to three years previous experience in culinary/food & beverage, supervisory or assistant manager positions.
• Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.
• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Must possess legal work authorization in the United States  

Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of an opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done. In line with our plans for future growth, we are committed to staff levels that are in keeping with our extraordinary staff-to-guest ratios. We believe that attitude counts as much as skill. As a result, Four Seasons hires motivated people who we train to perform superbly, while we create an environment where they can flourish. Ultimately, our culture breeds success, and rewards it in many different ways.

• Salary: $89,815.79
• Market-leading benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
• Complimentary Employee Meals.
• Be yourself and become a member of a work family that cares about you and invests in your development.
• at all levels, where your thoughts and ideas are not only heard but actioned.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
• … and so much more!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on the APPLY button, attach your resume and cover letter in Word and/or PDF format.

We look forward to receiving your application!