Sous Chef – AM Shift Hotel Lucine – Galveston, TX Do you thrive in the fast-paced energy of an early kitchen? Does the smell of fresh bread, sizzling bacon, and perfectly poached eggs get you fired up? Hotel Lucine’s signature restaurant is looking for a passionate, driven AM Sous Chef to take the reins of our morning service and set the tone for an unforgettable guest experience. As the leader of our AM kitchen crew, you’ll work side-by-side with our Executive Chef to craft beautiful breakfasts and brunches, keep service running like clockwork, and inspire your team to deliver excellence with every plate. You’ll be the heartbeat of our morning operations—managing prep, quality, communication, and timing to make sure every guest starts their day with a smile. Why You’ll Love This Role: • You get to own the morning —from the first ticket to the last latte art. • You’ll be a key player in shaping our culinary identity and guest experience. • You’ll lead, train, and inspire a talented team while collaborating with FOH to make service seamless. • You’ll be part of a dynamic, creative, and growing restaurant family at one of the Gulf Coast’s most exciting boutique hotels. If you’re a morning person with serious culinary chops, a love for teamwork, and an eagerness to grow in leadership, this is your chance to step into the spotlight. Bring your skills, your energy, and your passion—let’s make mornings at Hotel Lucine legendary. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the AM kitchen team , overseeing breakfast, lunch, and brunch service from prep to execution • Work directly with the Executive Chef to plan daily prep, specials, and ensure consistency in quality and presentation • Set the standard for professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail in the kitchen • Guide and support line cooks, prep staff, and dish team to ensure efficiency and team cohesion • Maintain proper station setup, monitor ticket times, and jump in wherever needed during service • Help with inventory, ordering, and kitchen organization as directed by the Executive Chef Qualifications: • Proven kitchen experience, especially in breakfast, lunch, and brunch service • Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team in a fast-paced environment • Solid understanding of culinary techniques: roasting, sautéing, poaching, baking, etc. • Clear and calm communicator who thrives under pressure Compensation: $50,000 yearly
• Lead and manage the AM kitchen team, overseeing breakfast, lunch, and brunch service from prep to execution • Work directly with the Executive Chef to plan daily prep, specials, and ensure consistency in quality and presentation • Set the standard for professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail in the kitchen • Guide and support line cooks, prep staff, and dish team to ensure efficiency and team cohesion • Maintain proper station setup, monitor ticket times, and jump in wherever needed during service • Help with inventory, ordering, and kitchen organization as directed by the Executive Chef