Columbia Hospitality
Sous Chef | Woven Seafood and Chophouse
Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
Salary Range: $82,000 to $83,000 DOE
Cellphone Allowance $50
Incentive Eligible
Commuter/Parking Allowance
Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
Employee Assistance Program
“Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
Our Commitment to you: “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
What you’ll do: The Brass Tacks
Maintains responsibility for day-to-day operation of the kitchen and has complete responsibility for the kitchen in its entirety
Develops and implements procedures to ensure that all work practices meet or exceed the established standards
Communicates daily with General Manager for updates, changes and revisions to existing contracts
Maintains standards for food quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety. Follows all appropriate policies and procedures
Ensures timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests
Assists in the selection, supervision, training, development, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and counseling of staff
Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that empower and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards
Monitors food and labor costs
Conducts daily walk-through of all walk-in refrigerators, dry storage areas and food lines to ensure rotation, usage, cleanliness and proper sanitation
Utilizes specification sheets to prepare daily preparation requirements, maintains par levels of necessary items
Prepares and manages creation of new menu items
Ensures attractive, consistent presentations of food items, both buffet and plated Interacts/supervises line cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared
Handles all needs and accommodates customer requests in a timely manner
Sets up, re-stocks, maintains, and cleans food preparation areas
Responsible for ensuring presentation standards are meet for all hot and cold items
Reads and interprets recipes
Conducts product inventories, ordering and receiving of product
Responsible for team maintenance of grooming standards
Responsible for team adherence to standards for sanitation and safe food handling
Responsible for all opening and closing kitchen procedures
The Nitty Gritty
A culinary arts degree and/or equivalent training with 7+ years in industry and 2+ years of experience in culinary management role in a similar environment
Must possess excellent business communication skills (both written and verbal) in order to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries
Ability to manage according to employment and industry-relevant laws
To successfully perform the duties described, conflict management and negotiation skills are required
Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks, work in stressful situations with shifting priorities
Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other computer programs.
Must demonstrate excellent people skills and a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic demeanor
Be detail-oriented, reliable and punctual, and have exceptional organizational skills
Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s)
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Where you'll work: Woven is concepted by Roy Yamaguchi, an esteemed Hawaiian restaurateur who is known as the creator of Hawaiian fusion cuisine. Woven has been crafted to represent the fusion of ideas and blended cuisine with the center goal of bringing people together around food. The three threads within the design pay homage to the Puyallup, Hawaiian, and Japanese culture that will be present and “threaded” throughout the design and cuisine. The restaurant will emphasize a modern and blended twist on steak and seafood across the menu.
The Fine Print Columbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. isan equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
Columbia Hospitality is an international management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and work environment for team members.
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Salary Range: $82,000 to $83,000 DOE
Cellphone Allowance $50
Incentive Eligible
Commuter/Parking Allowance
Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
Employee Assistance Program
“Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
Our Commitment to you: “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
What you’ll do: The Brass Tacks
Maintains responsibility for day-to-day operation of the kitchen and has complete responsibility for the kitchen in its entirety
Develops and implements procedures to ensure that all work practices meet or exceed the established standards
Communicates daily with General Manager for updates, changes and revisions to existing contracts
Maintains standards for food quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety. Follows all appropriate policies and procedures
Ensures timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests
Assists in the selection, supervision, training, development, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and counseling of staff
Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that empower and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards
Monitors food and labor costs
Conducts daily walk-through of all walk-in refrigerators, dry storage areas and food lines to ensure rotation, usage, cleanliness and proper sanitation
Utilizes specification sheets to prepare daily preparation requirements, maintains par levels of necessary items
Prepares and manages creation of new menu items
Ensures attractive, consistent presentations of food items, both buffet and plated Interacts/supervises line cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared
Handles all needs and accommodates customer requests in a timely manner
Sets up, re-stocks, maintains, and cleans food preparation areas
Responsible for ensuring presentation standards are meet for all hot and cold items
Reads and interprets recipes
Conducts product inventories, ordering and receiving of product
Responsible for team maintenance of grooming standards
Responsible for team adherence to standards for sanitation and safe food handling
Responsible for all opening and closing kitchen procedures
The Nitty Gritty
A culinary arts degree and/or equivalent training with 7+ years in industry and 2+ years of experience in culinary management role in a similar environment
Must possess excellent business communication skills (both written and verbal) in order to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries
Ability to manage according to employment and industry-relevant laws
To successfully perform the duties described, conflict management and negotiation skills are required
Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks, work in stressful situations with shifting priorities
Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other computer programs.
Must demonstrate excellent people skills and a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic demeanor
Be detail-oriented, reliable and punctual, and have exceptional organizational skills
Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s)
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Where you'll work: Woven is concepted by Roy Yamaguchi, an esteemed Hawaiian restaurateur who is known as the creator of Hawaiian fusion cuisine. Woven has been crafted to represent the fusion of ideas and blended cuisine with the center goal of bringing people together around food. The three threads within the design pay homage to the Puyallup, Hawaiian, and Japanese culture that will be present and “threaded” throughout the design and cuisine. The restaurant will emphasize a modern and blended twist on steak and seafood across the menu.
The Fine Print Columbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. isan equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
Columbia Hospitality is an international management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and work environment for team members.
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