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This is a full time, year-round salaried position assisting with back of house staff management, inventory controls, quality auditing, and ensuring guest satisfaction.\nOcean offers a three-course prix-fixe menu priced at $105++ per person, a four-course menu priced at $125++ per person, and a five-course menu priced at $150++. A Chef’s wine pairing is available for an additional $60 per person for our three-course menu, $68 per person for our four-course menu, and $75 per person for our five-course menu.\nOcean has been distinguished as one of Maine's finest dining establishments, winning Open Table's Diner's Choice award and Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence in 2024. Situated at the forefront of the Cape Arundel Inn & Resort with sweeping views of the Atlantic and Maine's rocky coastline, Ocean presents diners with a luxurious dining experience in a warm, inviting traditional New England atmosphere, inspired by out local coastline and Maine farms. Cape Arundel Inn & Resort is a proud part of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection and EOS Hospitality portfolio. Learn more about us below!\nJob Summary:\nAssists in the management of culinary personnel to include but not limited to the responsibility of hiring, training, administering performance reviews, determining wages, coaching and discipline, termination, and weekly scheduling.\nCreate effective, cost-efficient schedules for assigned culinary team based on forecast and budget.\nConduct daily shift briefings to kitchen staff, developing topics to discuss such as operational focuses, safety issues, specials, culinary education, guest feedback, etc. Provide proactive communication of all standards to staff.\nLiaise with hotel staff to determine daily room counts, room service requests, events, and special orders.\nComplete employee performance reviews/evaluations as required.\nOversee daily activities such as preparation for all food items, sanitation of the outlets, receiving daily inventories, log-on report, and food cost report.\nSupport Chef/Culinary Director in creative, cost appropriate menu items based on market segments. Assist in the development and implementation of recipes and/or specials.\nLead training and education of culinary staff on appropriate execution, timing, and presentation of all dishes. \nDuring shift, oversee inventory of stations, control quality of food, avoiding waste, and proper rotation.\nLeader in inventory management, par levels, and ordering/receiving. Work closely with CDC to ensure that all items needed are in stock for current menu and onsite events. Assist chef in estimating food consumption, placing inventory orders, and coding invoice billing accordingly. Check food purchases for proper ordering, quality, and price structure, inspecting upon arrival.\nCoordinate on kitchen workflow and expediting to ensure a smooth-running operation.\nFamiliar with a variety of the culinary field concepts and procedures. Willing to learn new techniques and remain up to date on contemporary food preparation.\nHave full knowledge of all menu items, daily features, and promotions.\nConsistently work in different culinary stations daily, based on needs. Must have the ability to work any culinary position needed, as directed by chef.\nTrain on and practice proper food sanitation procedures including labeling, rotation, storage, and hygiene requirements. \nEnsure proper operation/maintenance of all kitchen equipment and tools. \nCheck all stations at the end of every shift for proper food storage and sanitation.\nPractice conscious knowledge of food allergies and safety in preparation.\nLead by example through a clean and organized station and kitchen.\nResponsible for working with Culinary Director to monitor and stay within specified budget. Ensure all expenses are recorded and coded appropriately.\nIntentional guest engagement through “touching tables” and ensuring guest satisfaction when needed.\nExpedite food regularly, practicing and training for proper timing of food courses.\nCoordinate workflow to ensure a smooth-running operation.\nAttend all scheduled meetings and training sessions.\nUnderstand and practice all safety and security procedures.\nMonitor and delegate to subordinate team members to ensure they remain busy during their shift. Create an ongoing list of tasks ahead of time for use during the slower moments should they arise.\nWork effectively with other personnel in a positive, professional manner. Lead by example with professionalism and high standards of guest services and quality of work. Work professionally with all third-party vendors and suppliers as a point of contact. Communicate with other managers and staff in a positive, efficient, and friendly manner.\nFlexibility to step into whatever role is needed to deliver exceptional service. This may include taking on job responsibilities outside of this job description and may require assisting other departments in their regular functions. Demonstrate a team-focused attitude and encourage collaboration. Motivate and lead the team to accomplish tasks effectively.\nEssential Functions of the Job:\nAbility to remain standing for up to 10 hours (100% of shift).\nAbility to remain in a standing or stationary position for up to 8 hours.\nAbility to regularly move and lift up to 50 lbs.\nAbility to walk the property and grounds frequently.\nAbility to lift items overhead.\nAbility to visibly survey property areas clearly.\nAbility to move up and down stairs frequently.\nAbility to remain bent over a sink or table for an extended period of time.\nAbility to bend and reach frequently and repetitively during a shift.\nAbility to use repetitive manual dexterity.\nAbility to move quickly based on guest needs.\nAbility to communicate and exchange accurate information effectively, often in a public forum.\nAbility to read, write, speak, and understand English.\nAbility to complete satisfactory background check.\nKey Skills & Experience Required:\n3+ years culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant\n1+ Year Culinary leadership experience \nDemonstrate natural leadership qualities with a positive, team-focused attitude\nAvailable and willing to work flexible hours based on business needs including nights on weekdays and weekends.\nDemonstrates strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nExpresses sincere enthusiasm for the role and passion for culinary operations.\nMust be able to prioritize, delegate, and respond in a timely fashion.\nAble to work under pressure, multi-task, and stay focused with interruptions.\nAbout Kennebunkport Resort Collection:\nThe Kennebunkport Resort Collection is a portfolio of diverse, luxurious lodging and dining options offering stylish and unique hospitality in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Our growing hospitality group includes Hidden Pond//Earth at Hidden Pond, Tides Beach Club, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort//Ocean Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn//The Burleigh Restaurant, Cottages at Cabot Cove, The Grand Hotel//Rosella, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Restaurant, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Lodge on the Cove//The Dory, and Via Sophia by the Sea.\nKRC is proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both Part Time and Full Time employees;\nEmployer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance\nCompany-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability\nOptional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options\nAdditional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts\nGenerous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals\nFlexible and understanding work-life equality\nFamily Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents\n401k employer match, up to 4% of salary\nCompetitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments\nDiscounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations\nFood and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations\nGold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers\nDiscounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners\nPathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement\nRelocation assistance to temporary employer housing\nIncentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles\nSupportive, open workplace culture\nCompany-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources\nWhy Join our team?\nJoin our community of ambitious, thoughtful, and dedicated hospitality professionals delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we encourage creativity, ownership, and problem-solving at all levels of our organization, and we are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our business.\nAs a Kennebunkport Resort Collection employee, we welcome you to join us in making a community impact. Our KRC Cares team partners with community leaders and like-minded businesses to advance our community services, such as toy drives, beach cleanups, and other charitable causes around the community. Our Community Impact project allows a 1% Impact Fee to be donated to hand-picked local organizations focusing on affordable housing, protecting wildlife habitats, and creating spaces for the youth of our community.\nKennebunkport Resort Collection offers customized learning opportunities for all employees. We work to carve out a path for internal leaders with motivated career goals. Annual conferences, mentorships, scholastic reimbursements, internships, and company-funded leadership development opportunities are just some of the ways we support our associates.\nReady to learn more?\nVisit us online atwww.kennebunkportresortcollection.com and explore our parent company, EOS Hospitality at www.eoshospitality.com for more information about the amazing ways we’re making a difference.","description_format":"text","description_chars":10157,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":["401k plan","Equity","Gym membership","Life insurance","Parental leave","Professional development","Relocation assistance","Vision insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":true,"industries":["Hotels & Resorts"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-12T09:35:24Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":12,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.433,"p_room":0.28,"age_days":71,"expected_fill_days":33,"reasons":["conf:0","stale_co","win:tail","crowd:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-11-05T05:54:30Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":65000,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/eos-hospitality-sous-chef-3","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/eos-hospitality-sous-chef-3.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-11-05T22:44:36Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3705,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-11-06T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":2040317},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=2040317"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Feos-hospitality-sous-chef-3"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Feos-hospitality-sous-chef-3"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Feos-hospitality-sous-chef-3"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/eos-hospitality-sous-chef-3\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Feos-hospitality-sous-chef-3"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":2333695}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"eoshospitality.com","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":2333695},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. 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