Sous Chef – Orion’s Roof

Heihotels invites skilled culinary professionals to apply for the Sous Chef - Orion's Roof opening at Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort - Virginia Beach, VA. This full-time position lets you shape outstanding guest dining experiences within a dynamic oceanfront kitchen setting that draws job seekers searching Heihotels careers nearby.

About the Role

The Sous Chef - Orion's Roof position with Heihotels places you at the heart of kitchen leadership inside Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort - Virginia Beach, VA. You will partner closely with the executive chef to uphold high culinary standards for every plate leaving the Orion's Roof station, balancing creative input with operational precision. Day-to-day focus rests on guiding team members through service periods, protecting food quality, and keeping the kitchen running smoothly so guests enjoy memorable meals overlooking the Virginia Beach shoreline. Success in this Sous Chef - Orion's Roof role depends on calm decision-making, clear communication, and pride in consistent excellence that defines Heihotels kitchen teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct line staff through prep, cooking, and plating cycles so Orion's Roof service stays timely and precise
• Evaluate dish quality at every station and coach team members on techniques that meet established standards
• Track inventory par levels, receive deliveries, and rotate stock to minimize waste inside the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort kitchen
• Enforce sanitation and temperature-control guidelines that protect both guests and personnel
• Collaborate with the executive chef on seasonal specials that complement the existing Orion's Roof menu
• Coordinate timing with servers and stewards so plates leave the pass hot and complete during peak periods
• Document daily production notes and equipment issues to keep kitchen systems reliable for future shifts

Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on culinary background culminating in sous chef or senior cook leadership experience
• Command of classic and contemporary cooking methods suited to high-volume restaurant production
• Proven ability to lead, schedule, and mentor diverse kitchen teams under pressure
• Working knowledge of inventory control, recipe costing, and waste reduction practices
• Current food-handler and food-safety credentials aligned with local health requirements
• Clear verbal communication skills that foster constructive feedback and calm service recovery
• Physical readiness for extended standing, lifting, and fast-paced kitchen movement typical of a Sous Chef - Orion's Roof role

About Heihotels

Heihotels is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment.

How to Apply

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