Title/Desc.Sous Chef-
Overview
We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Sous Chef. This individual must be creative, motivated, and have extensive experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen. Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally.
The Sous Chef will assist with planning and execution of the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable competitive quality products.
Your Role:
Plan and direct food preparation in the kitchen.
Prioritize food quality and timing.
Supervise kitchen staff and manage workflow.
Quickly identify and address issues that arise during service.
Discipline underperforming staff when necessary.
Motivate and incentivize team members to exceed expectations.
Handle staff scheduling and professional development plans.
Manage administrative tasks and maintain disciplinary documentation.
Ensure financial accountability and oversee waste management.
Why Skamania Lodge?
Perks Available to All Employees
Free hot meals daily
• Complimentary access to the fitness center, showers, locker rooms, pool, and hot tub
• Free golf & zip-lining — because we believe in balancing work with play
• Ongoing training & career growth opportunities — many of our leaders started in entry-level roles
• A workplace that prioritizes team culture and camaraderie
• 401(k) with employer match-fully vested immediately!
• Financial planning assistance
• Mental health and counseling support
• Discounts on spa, gift shop, golf shop, and dining outlets
• Exclusive hotel discounts across our portfolio
• Discounts on travel, local attractions, health & wellness, and more
Comprehensive Benefits for Regular Full-Time Employees
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with employer contribution for medical)
• Supplemental Coverage – Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• HSA / FSA options
• Disability coverage
• Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D – Base plan provided at no cost to you!
• Pet Insurance
Time to Relax – PTO That Grows With You
We reward hard work with well-earned time off. Our generous PTO plan includes holiday hours and increases with tenure:
• First Year: 88 hours/year (max 120)
• 1–5 Years: 128 hours/year (max 160)
• 5–10 Years: 168 hours/year (max 200)
• 10+ Years: 208 hours/year (max 240)
PLUS WA Paid Sick Leave available to both Full Time and Part Time associates!
COMPENSATION:
$26-$30 per hour DOE Education and Experience
Skamania Lodge has introduced the most competitive culinary wages in the area. Our goal is to invite you in at the level you are at. We want to pay you well for your current skill set and set benchmarks for you to reach that will allow you to work toward building your career and making the money you deserve.
HOURS:
Full-Time + opportunity for overtime.!
This is a 24-7, 365 day a year business that will require some work during nights, weekends and holidays. A flexible schedule that can move between shifts and days as needed is required.
Work Where Other Vacation!
LOCATION: Skamania Lodge Stevenson, WA
22 miles from White Salmon, WA
23 miles from Hood River, OR
28 miles from Washougal, WA
30 miles from Troutdale, OR
30 miles from Camus, WA
50 minutes from Vancouver, WA
50 minutes from Portland, OR
If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills, the skills of your team and grow a career, then we want you!
Responsibilities
The Sous Chef would ideally be a college graduate in the culinary arts.
Experinced at managing, developing and training line staff and a larger team with professionalism, empathy and accountability.
Computer skills related to Word and Excel for producing receipes and standard operating procedures.
Consistent, efficient with attention to detail and product quality.
Familiar and skilled at food costing.
Be familiar with basic and advanced cooking methods.
Skamania Lodge is open 24-7, we staff from 5am-11pm, must be able to work within these hours including weekends and holidays as needed.
Have 5+ years’ experience as a cook in a high-volume professional kitchen.
Must have basic allergy knowledge.
Must have full knowledge of correct cooking temperatures of all vegetables and proteins, must be able to provide cutting tools needed to perform job as well as a calibrated food grade thermometer.
Must have full knowledge of the state’s health codes as well as the eco sure food safety and health report.
Active Food handler’s certification.
Requires strong organizational skills.
Must be able to work independently.
Able to be on your feet for long periods of time.
Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
At least 21 years of age
Have a desire to exceed expectations and goals to take that next step to Exec Sous in the future by continuing to develop in their craft as an individual. Willing to elevate skills and abilitites by continued learning outside of internal training.
Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/aANmqdIbAx5kQFZMAfdMYx
PI271146711
Experience: 5 years
Location: 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson WA, 98648
Contact: Serena Barnard (Recruiter) 509-427-2535, 509.427.2535/serena.barnard@skamania.com
