Arlo Hotels an independent lifestyle hotel is now actively seeking a dynamic Executive Sous Chef.  Are you someone who is passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in your approach? If so keep on reading!! Here at Arlo we strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more”….. 

Known for its colorful murals, art deco, hip vibe, and Miami’s best nightlife scene, Wynwood is the city’s most vibrant district and will be home to Arlo Hotels’ next property.

Hopeful street artists come from near and far to tag their names on the walls of Wynwood; to stand alongside some of the world’s best-known street artists. The surrounding streets of Wynwood feature warehouses that have been converted to art galleries, restaurants, late-night bars, artisan shops, and boutique clothing stores. Just 20 minutes from South Beach, Wynwood offers the ideal Miami urban escape.

Launching its fifth hotel in the portfolio, Arlo continues to break ground, literally and figuratively, with the first hotel in the Wynwood district. The 217-room property, located at 2217 NW Miami Court, opened in November 2022. The hotel  consists of 9 floors including a Penthouse suite, a spectacular rooftop pool that has an outdoor bar, lounge chairs and four cabanas serving 360 views. The ground floor consists of a lobby lounge, retail shelves, grab and go bodega, as well as full-serviced counter lobby bar and restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating. There is a separate entertainment area, located on the northeast side of the property. The 3rd floor plays host to an outdoor courtyard with a bar and “beer garden”, a gallery space that converts into two flex spaces, a game room which can be converted into a private room, interior bar with lounge spaces, a fitness room, exterior yoga deck, and a hospitality suite.

To bring the art vibes of Wynwood to the property, Arlo Wynwood has interior artwork in collaboration with Indie Walls (an art curator of new and upcoming local artists) and an exterior façade which features graffiti and artwork by local Miami-based artists.

The role of the Executive Sous Chef is a vital position to the success of the overall culinary operation. This role is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in maintaining the standards of cleanliness, food quality, labor and food costs in all of the food outlets.  They will also be able to perform all of the Executive Chefs duties when he/she is not present.

RESONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES:

• Always treats guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations
• Displays honesty & integrity
• Delivers outstanding service and creates memorable experiences.
• Manages the day to day operations of the kitchen.
• Strong written communication
• Provides quality customer service.
• Works in a professional environment

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Oversee all production schedules
• Oversee all Back of House overtime
• Maintain food cost of all culinary operations to company standards.
• Maintain labor cost of all culinary operations to company standards.
• Oversee all aspects of scheduling and payroll
• Must continually speak with purveyors to get best price for best ingredients possible
• Oversee all food outlets Restaurant, Roof top, Banquet (BEO) , General Store and Lobby Bar
• Taste all prep for their service and ensure consistent standard are upheld
• Oversee DOH and temperature checklists 3 times daily
• Coordinate with the Kitchen Manager issues, concerns and thoughts to continually improve the restaurant
• Establish training schedule for new cooks and Sous Chefs.
• Inspire and set positive tone in the kitchen.
• Write up and coaching forms for their workgroup
• Primary teacher for new hire trainees during their service
• Perform biannual Employees evaluations in their workgroup
• Assist Executive Chef in continual training and mentoring of Sous Chefs
• Confirm all food presented during service is correct
• Overseeing expediting of their service
• Responsible for maintaining a Miami Beach Department of Health ‘A’ Level Facility.
• Oversees all product ordering
• Responsible for maintaining an up to date Food handlers permit
• Recruit and Interview new cooks and make recommendations to Executive Chef.
• Lead the Sous Chefs to create new menu items to present to Executive Chef.
• Perform Weekly Inventory and submit to Accounting
• Responsible for maintaining an up to date Food Handlers Permit.
• Upholds all People Services best practices as it pertains to coaching, counseling, disciplinary, hiring, and terminations.
• Follows and ensures compliance of all Arlo Hotels policies and standard operating procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Acts as an ambassador to Arlo Hotels Culture.  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have 10 years + cooking/management experience in a high volume restaurant or hotel kitchen
• Must have 5 years + of Executive Sous Chef or comparable management experience in Miami restaurant or hotel
• Must be proficient in the English language (both speaking and writing)
• No smoking while in work station.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stay on your feet for 8 hours plus

Knowledge:             

• Must have great knife skills in all butchery and knife cuts of any kind
• Must have extensive knowledge in all aspects of a professional kitchen
• Must be proficient in Microsoft word and excel
• Must have extensive knowledge of the FL Department of Health’s codes and regulations

Certifications:         

• FL Manager Food Handler certificate

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.