Sous Chef

The Sous Chef at The Lytle Park Hotel an Autograph Collection plays an active role in day-to-day restaurant kitchen performance. Working closely with line cooks, you will help drive exceptional food quality and consistency while keeping service running efficiently in a luxury hotel environment.

This onsite position in Cincinnati, OH focuses on hands-on leadership during peak periods, operational oversight, and ongoing coaching for culinary team members. Salary is USD 50,000 - 60,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily, hands-on support to restaurant line cooks with food preparation, cooking, plating, and service execution.
• Partner with the culinary team during peak service to maintain timely, consistent, high-quality production.
• Assist in overseeing daily restaurant kitchen operations to support efficient workflow and smooth execution.
• Coach, train, and mentor line cooks to strengthen culinary skills, consistency, and performance.
• Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, portion control, and recipe execution.
• Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, cleanliness, and compliance with all food safety standards.
• Support daily prep lists, station organization, product rotation, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Support effective communication and teamwork between culinary and front-of-house teams.
• Assist with inventory control, waste reduction, and food cost management.
• Step into different kitchen stations as needed to support service and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Previous culinary experience in a high-volume, upscale restaurant or luxury hotel environment is preferred.
• Prior experience as a Sous Chef, Lead Line Cook, or similar culinary leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety practices.
• Ability to confidently work multiple kitchen stations and support line cooks during busy service periods.
• Passion for mentoring and developing culinary talent.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Compensation

• USD 50,000 - 60,000 per year

Why Join The Lytle Park Hotel

• Deliver exceptional hospitality and help create memorable dining experiences.
• Work in a beautiful luxury hotel setting while collaborating with passionate hospitality professionals.
• Contribute to the restaurant’s success as part of the culinary leadership team.