Sous Chef

Brookfield Conference Center

Sous Chef

Brookfield, WI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join our team, a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace Winner!

    Now hiring a Sous Chef at the Brookfield Conference Center.

    Sign On Bonus - $1,500 Must be available nights, weekends and holidays

    Why You’ll Love Working with Us The Brookfield Conference Center is managed by NCG Hospitality, an award winning, family-owned third generation business and leader in the ownership, development, and operations of over 30 premier hospitality properties. We foster genuine customer engagement and a positive, team-oriented work culture where your contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed.

    How You’ll Make An Impact

    Our Sous Chef creates and maintains a delicious menu to provide our customers with an excellent guest service experience and make each special event unforgettable.

    Culinary Operations

    Support kitchen team ensuring consistent execution across line cooks, banquet teams, stewards, and dishwashers

    Ensure food is prepared according to standardized recipes with proper portion control, presentation, and minimal waste.

    Maintain high product quality and consistency by sourcing top-grade ingredients, monitoring storage, and verifying proper rotation

    Enforce safety procedures, proper equipment use, cleanliness standards, and adherence to company policies

    Support kitchen team performance, including scheduling, training, uniforms, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed

    Financial Oversight & Menu Development

    Support financial goals through accurate recipe costing, portion controls, and waste reduction practices

    Assist with creative menu planning and aligning offerings to market demand and guest expectations across outlets and banquets

    Monitor culinary inventory levels and initiate maintenance or supply follow-ups to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations

    Qualifications

    Culinary degree or related work experience or four years of food & beverage experience

    Two years in a management position

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to speak clearly and listen attentively

    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

    Effective problem-solving skills

    Ability to handle pressure with poise and finesse

    Strong leadership and a professional image

    What Will You Get At NCG Hospitality? We take great pride in the inclusive environment we’ve created attributing to our award-winning status, all while staying true to our core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility. An experience in which team members at every level are fully engaged and can see the relationship between their job responsibilities and the overall success of the Brookfield Conference Center.

    Career Development

    Personalized career pathing and skill development

    Leadership and mentorship programs

    Educational and certification reimbursement

    Team Member Perks

    Worldwide hotel discounts and free stays at NCG Hospitality managed hotels

    Catch of the Day – earn bonuses for going above and beyond to support team and guests

    Everyone Sells – earn cash for bringing in business to our properties

    Paid Volunteer hours – Earn money for community service

    Health & Wellness Benefits

    Medical, dental, and vision plans

    Paid sick time and Paid Time Off

    Virtual telehealth access and employee assistance resources

    Monthly health and fitness reimbursement programs

    Financial Support

    Same-day pay options

    Referral bonus – earn cash for bringing great team members

    401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%

    Health Savings Account

    Ready To Grow With Us?

    Visit ncghospitality.com to explore all current openings and view this short video on Who Is NCG Hospitality.

    NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer