What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Recess Hotels?
Recess is where the everyday takes a break.
Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.
Recess is the newest project from Left Lane, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction—recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.
We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.
If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.
Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.
About The Role
Recess Hotel and Club is seeking a responsible and detail-oriented Sous Chef, who will be responsible for supporting all food production and service. This individual leads by example in the kitchen, ensuring organization, communication, and culinary excellence during prep and live events. The role requires strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
What You'll Do
Build something from the beginning.
Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.
Recess is the newest project from Left Lane, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction—recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.
We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.
If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.
Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.
About The Role
Recess Hotel and Club is seeking a responsible and detail-oriented Sous Chef, who will be responsible for supporting all food production and service. This individual leads by example in the kitchen, ensuring organization, communication, and culinary excellence during prep and live events. The role requires strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
What You'll Do
- Support planning, preparation, and execution of menus for events of varying size and complexity
- Lead kitchen operations during service, ensuring timing, plating consistency, and quality control
- Supervise and train culinary team members, providing coaching and real-time direction during production
- Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu development, recipe execution, and seasonal adjustments
- Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness in accordance with local regulations and brand standards
- Oversee inventory, ordering, and product utilization to reduce waste and control food cost
- Assist in managing labor efficiency and staffing levels based on event volume
- Ensure clear communication between banquets and culinary teams
- 3 years of progressive culinary experience
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a professional kitchen
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to execute precise plating and large-batch production simultaneously
- Working knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen sanitation practices
- Culinary degree preferred but not required with equivalent experience
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move banquet equipment as needed.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules based on business demands.
Build something from the beginning.
- Join the opening team behind one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one.
- Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members
- Company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting
- Up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday
- Complimentary daily team member meal
- Complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah
- Team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana
- Complimentary fitness classes
- Employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties
- Discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide
- Referral incentives and guest recognition programs
- Career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio
- The opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands